Tag Archives: High Pyrenees

Short Day Hike out of Gavarnie, High Pyrenees

Posted on June 8, 2012 by

One last short hike before our long drive back home. This loop, suggested to us by our hostess at the Hotel Marboré, includes a steep climb up the hill just behind the hotel along a pretty stream with frequent cascades, … Continue reading →

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Home Base Gavarnie, France

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After reading the description of the mobs of people that descend on Gavarnie, France to visit the impressive cirque de Gavarnie in the high season I hesitated making this the base for our visit to the High Pyrenees. However, this … Continue reading →

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Hiking the Cirque de Troumouse, High Pyrenees

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After the previous day’s taxing but oh so rewarding hike around the cirque de Gavarnie we looking for a day hike that was challenging with great views but didn’t require crossing snowy patches or strenuous climbing. The cirque de Troumouse … Continue reading →

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