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Posets-Maladeta NP hike - Ibón de Escarpinosa

10 Calle Horno, Benasque, Aragón

Description

The Natural Park of Posets–Maladeta is located on the southern flank of the Pyrenees Mountain range, in north-eastern Aragon, Spain. The Ibon de Escarpinosa trail is one of the most popular in the area. The 13km out-and-back hike has a cumulative ascent of about 750m, making it suitable for novice hikers with a base fitness level. The estimated completion time is 3 to 4h depending on pace and duration of breaks.

Access & Transport

The trailhead is at the parking next to the Rio Estos, just off the A-139, 4km up the valley from Benasque. The town itself is a long 140km drive from Huesca, 145km from Lleida (Catalunya) and 100km from the French border (down the pass and up the valley) near Bagneres-de-Luchon.

Instructions & Recommendations

Make sure to bring some snacks (and possibly a picnic), plenty of water and sun protection. In terms of footwear, trail shoes are sufficient (no need to have specific hiking shoes).

Meta review

Well rated, including by families. Hikers mention the scenic first part followed by a more technical section in the woods without much views but stress that it is worth pushing on until the beautiful glacial lake (ibon).

Environmental & Social

Eco-friendly activity. Socially marginally positive as it brings some revenues to the villages in the valley

Conclusion

A perfect scenic hike for novices or families looking to enjoy the Posets natural park. Best for those based in the Benasque valley.

Key positive

Beautiful mountain scenery with a glacial lake

Enjoyable for all levels of fitness

Key negative

Time consuming to get to the trailhead from almost anywhere

Suitability

The required fitness level isn't very high, which makes it suitable for families with children >8yrs old

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in September 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
The seasonality reflects the expected weather and state of the trail

av. transport time:2h

est. visit time:4h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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