Mont-rebei gorge
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Mont-rebei gorge - by Jose Antonio Alfranca on Google
Description
The Gorge of Mont-rebei (in Catalan: Congost de Mont-rebei) is part of the Montsec range in the Pyrenean foothills, between the provinces of Huesca (Aragon) and Lleida (Catalonia). The natural formation was created by the eroding action of the Noguera Ribagorzana river; the gorges are up to 500m high and at its narrowest only 20m separates both sides with the path at times directly excavated in the rock. The standard trail consists of an out and back between the parking of la Masieta and the bridge of Del Siegue (5km) or up to the Montfalcó refuge (7.4km) - this means a total walk of 10 to 17km taking 3.0 to 5.5h. We recommend going at least past the bridge until the "Pasarelas de Montfalcó", wooden staircases set against a vertical cliffside. Refer to the route map here: https://congostmontrebei.com/ruta-larga-congost-montrebei
Access & Transport
There are 3 main access points, all 90-100km / 1h30 drive to the north of Lleida: - the Parking of la Masieta which involves driving through the Montsec range - the parking of la Pertusa from where it is a short but steep climb to the Hermitage - the refuge / albergue de Montfalcó (in Huesca) The following link includes additional details and options: https://congostmontrebei.com/como-llegar-2
Instructions & Recommendations
Get your bearings on a map before driving there. Wear walking boots on shoes with rubber soles / proper grip, sunblock, hat/cap and bring some water with you.
Environmental & Social
Green activity. Socially neutral.
Conclusion
The Mont-rebei "congost" is an unexpected gem at the border between Aragon and Catalunya, accessible from Lleida or a longish drive from Barcelona. With a bit of advanced planning, it can occupy visitors for at least 2 half days, there is hiking and kayaking but it is also popular with climbers and there are several via ferratas in the area. Highly recommended for outdoor and physical activities enthusiasts
Key positive
Visually extremely impressive
The cliffside staircases are a real attraction by themselves
Key negative
Hard to get to
Some sections can be challenging if you are afraid of heights
Suitability
Suitable for everybody but best for 8 to 70 years old The path is not accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:1h 30m
est. visit time:4h 30m
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo