Route 12: Pic de Maupas – 15 peaks over 3,000 metres in the Pyrenees
Route 12: Pic de Maupas – 15 peaks over 3,000 metres in the Pyrenees
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Route 12: Pic de Maupas – 15 peaks over 3,000 metres in the Pyrenees
14:45
21.9km
2,080m
Hiking
The peak of Maupas is a magnificent peak culminating at 3,109 meters above sea level on the Franco-Spanish border. The last portions of its ascent make it reserved for seasoned hikers.
Its departure is in the parking lot of the Auberge du Lis. The first section goes up a very beautiful valley which leads you to Lake Célinda. You then embark on a pleasant path which presents you with several lakes, as well as a nice view of Lac Vert and its unique shape.
You then reach the refuge of Maupas which marks a change of environment.
The slope steepens and you are now moving on more rocky terrain. This requires your attention in order to follow the cairns well and not lose the path that winds through the stones.
The tusse de Maupas marks a key passage. Once reached, you evolve on a ridge which leads you to the peak of Maupas.
At the top, the view rewards all your efforts, as dizzying as it is impressive, the panorama offers all the emblematic peaks of the Pyrenees within easy reach.
The descent is on the same path to the Maupas refuge. Then you take a new part made of short switchbacks which aims to cut the loop of the lakes that you discovered beforehand.
This hike can be done in one day for seasoned hikers. However, I strongly advise you to stop at the Maupas refuge to savor the incredible beauty of this valley.
Last updated: June 7, 2024
Tips
Includes segments that are highly dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 10.6 km for 190 m
After 11.3 km for 2.46 km
After 14.3 km for 190 m
Waypoints
Start point
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6.23 km
Lake Célinda
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7.25 km
Lac Charles
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7.63 km
Viewpoint on Lac Vert
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12.3 km
Pic du Maupas / Pico de Malpás
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14.2 km
Refuge du Maupas
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More information :
refugedumaupas.ffcam.fr
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21.9 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
12.0 km
9.58 km
306 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
21.6 km
306 m
< 100 m
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March 22, 2023
The peak of Maupas is a magnificent peak culminating at 3,109 meters above sea level on the Franco-Spanish border. The last portions of its ascent make it reserved for seasoned hikers.
Its departure is in the parking lot of the Auberge du Lis. The first section goes up a very beautiful valley which leads
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