Hiking tour Sierra de Guara

Impressive rock formations shaped by wind and water over the centuries, turquoise waters flowing through deep limestone gorges, ancient oaks lining paths that connect abandoned villages, and majestic vultures soaring above you. All of this can be found in the Sierra y Cañones de Guara Natural Park, a hidden gem in the northeast of Spain.

The Sierra de Guara is not only a stunning nature park for multi-day hikes, but also a destination far from the crowds. Here, you’ll enjoy peace, pristine beauty, and authentic villages.

Additionally, this hiking tour can be realised during months when a hut-to-hut trek in the high mountains is not possible due to snowfall, staying in charming accommodations where you always will be warmly welcomed.

  • 2 tour options
  • 4 to 6 spectacular walking days
  • Overnight stays in small-scale accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinners included
  • Personal briefing on the hiking program
  • Route description, hiking map, and gpx tracks
  • Taxi transport to the start of the route

Travel period

March, April, May, September, and October

From € 599

Which hiking tour will you choose?

Discover Sierra de Guara Nature Park – 6 Days

Starting price: € 599 pp (based on 3-4 people)‭

Duration: 81 km | 3,400 m elevation gain
Difficulty: ●●●●○○
Season: Mar, Apr, May, Sept, Oct
Age: from 14 years

Take on a 4- or 5-day trek through the Sierra de Guara. Explore untouched nature, passing abandoned villages and spectacular gorges. Along the way, enjoy turquoise rivers and panoramic views. On this self-guided trek you will carry your own luggage.

  • 5 nights in three different accommodations
  • 5x breakfast and 4x dinner included
  • Personalised briefing hiking program
  • Taxi transfer starting point included
  • Optional with mountain guide

Completely organised Sierra de Guara tour – 8 Days

Starting price: € 1255 pp (based on 3-4 people)

Duration: 92.5 km | 4,000 m elevation gain
Difficulty: ●●●●○○
Season: Mar, Apr, May, Sept, Oct
Age: from 14 years

Hike through the heart of the Sierra de Guara and take in its stunning landscapes, tranquility, and warm hospitality. During this 6-day trek, everything is arranged for you, including luggage transport, so you can fully enjoy the unspoiled nature, ancient heritage, and local culture.

  • 7 nights in four accommodations
  • 7x breakfast and 6x dinners included
  • Personalised briefing hiking program
  • Taxi transfers on several days
  • Luggage transport included
  • Can be shortened to a 4- or 5-day trek
  • Option to shorten routes
  • Optional with mountain guide

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Practical information

After receiving your booking request, we will confirm as soon as possible whether there is still room. Read here more about the rates, travel period, what is included, physical condition, minimum age and the reservation process.

Rates
The mentioned rates are indicative and per person. The price listed on the website is based on a group of 3/4 participants and 2 people per room.

By clicking on "Prices & Reservations" or "Price inquiry" at the top of this page, you will be directed to our online booking system, where you can view all prices.

Travel period
You can book the trek in Sierra y Cañones de Guara during March, April, May, September, and August.

Looking for a multi-day hike outside the summer season? This trek is an ideal option. While high mountain regions are still covered in snow, this area—located further south than the Pyrenees—offers pleasant temperatures in spring and autumn. In summer, temperatures can rise significantly, making high-altitude treks a better alternative.

Included

  • Overnight stays in small-scale, charming accommodations (guesthouses, inns, boutique hotels)
  • Half-board: daily breakfast and three-course dinner
  • Personal briefing by a local guide upon arrival
  • Route descriptions, hiking maps, and GPX tracks
  • Taxi transfer from Alquézar (end point) to the starting point of the tour
  • Personalised travel app with all necessary travel information
  • 100% CO₂ compensation during your stay through the Trees for All foundation
  • Depending on your chosen tour: luggage transport and taxi transfers included

Please note: Dinner on the final evening in Alquézar is not included. You are free to choose from the many nice restaurants in town. Lunch / picnic is also on your own, with recommendations provided.

Difficulty level
This trek through Sierra de Guara is perfect for hikers who enjoy long walking days. Routes range from 15 to 22 km, with elevation gains of up to 1100 meters. The effort is rewarded with views of breathtaking landscapes!

Looking for a more relaxed pace? The version with luggage transport offers a lighter route option for most stages, with fewer kilometers and elevation gain. Just inform your local guide at least a day in advance so they can adjust the luggage transport accordingly.

Hiking Time
Each day’s description includes the 'actual hiking time', meaning the time spent walking, without breaks or stops. This is calculated at an average pace of 3.5 km per hour, including ascents and descents. Fit hikers often complete the routes at a faster pace.

Arrival & service
This is a self-guided trek. Upon arrival, a local guide will welcome you, provide a briefing on the hiking program, and hand over your route details. Depending on your booking, you will either carry your own luggage or have luggage transport included.

Prefer to hike with a (Dutch or English-speaking) mountain guide? That’s possible! Let us know in your booking or contact us for more details.

Booking
After requesting your preferred Sierra de Guara tour, you will receive a reservation confirmation with a link to your personal booking portal. 6 to 8 weeks before arrival, you will receive all necessary information (accommodation details, meeting times, packing list, etc.).

Payments
To confirm your booking, we ask for a deposit via your booking portal. 6 weeks before arrival, you will receive a payment request for the remaining balance.

Questions & contact
Questions or want to modify your booking? We are always available via phone, email, or WhatsApp to help you.

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Discover Sierra de Guara Natural Park – 6 Days

This six-day tour through the Sierra de Guara includes 4 to 5 hiking days. On this self-guided trek you will carry your own luggage.

Read the day-by-day program below
Day 1

Welcome in the Sierra de Guara (Arguis - Nocito)
Today, you’ll receive a personal welcome in the village of Alquézar (the endpoint of the route). A local guide will give a detailed briefing about the hiking program, and you will receive all route information. After that, you will be transferred to Arguis, the starting point of this multi-day tour.

The first hiking stage is a stunning route that begins in Arguis and crosses the valleys of Belsué and Nocito. Along the way, we pass chapels, old farmhouses, riverbeds, Romanesque churches, and abandoned villages. Surrounded by nature and the northern mountains of the Sierra, this peaceful landscape allows us to completely unwind.

  • Distance: 19 km | Elevation: +930 m | -940 m
  • Actual hiking time: 7 - 8 hours
  • Dinner & overnight stay with breakfast in Nocito
Day 2

The Abandoned Villages of Guara (Nocito - Rodellar)
Today, we explore a remote area of the Guara mountains, following traditional, historic trails that connect the abandoned villages of the Nocito Valley. The villages Used, Bara, Bentué (rebuilt), and Nasarre give us a glimpse into the past when shepherds and farmers inhabited this region. The stone houses and Romanesque churches, surrounded by nature, are a reminder of the hard but simple lifestyle of their former residents.

We will also pass the Romanesque church of San Andrés and the Losa Mora dolmen, built over 5,000 years ago. The stage ends in the Mascún Canyon, one of the most spectacular gorges in Sierra de Guara.

  • Distance: 22 km | Elevation: +627 m | -811 m
  • Actual hiking time: 7 - 8 hours
  • Dinner & overnight stay with breakfast in Rodellar
Day 3

Explore the Breathtaking Mascún Canyon (Rodellar - Cañón del Mascún - Rodellar)
The hike through Mascún Canyon is considered the most spectacular route in the Sierra de Guara. Today, we venture deeper into this breathtaking landscape, following the historic 'La Costera' trail with its stunning views over the canyon.

Walking through this area, you’ll see towering rock formations, monoliths, and stone arches, rising dramatically above the Mascún River. Some of these rock formations have names given by the locals, such as La Ciudadela (Citadel), La Corona (Crown), Cuca Bellosta, El Zapato (Shoe), and El Beso (Kiss).

The Saltador de las Lañas waterfall is a perfect stop for a break before descending along the left bank of the canyon. We continue to the abandoned village of Cheto, then descend further along a beautiful stone path, returning to Rodellar.

  • Distance: 19.7 km (loop) | Elevation: +1060 m | -1060 m
  • Pure hiking time: 8 - 9 hours
  • Dinner & overnight stay with breakfast in Rodellar
Day 4

Turquoise Waters, Vineyards, Olives, and Almond Trees (Rodellar - Alquézar)
The natural beauty continues as we hike through the Alcanadre River gorges, famous for their turquoise waters. The limestone formations, shaped by water over time, create stunning canyons and underground channels, making this a top destination for canyoning enthusiasts.

We continue through the Arangol and Balced sierras, the heart of the natural park, offering spectacular views of Tozal de Guara (2,077 m), the highest peak in the region.

The Mediterranean climate and fertile land make this an agricultural paradise, with expansive vineyards, ancient olive trees, and almond orchards. The day ends in Alquézar, a medieval village listed as one of the most beautiful in Spain.

  • Distance: 19.5 km | +770 m | -880 m
  • Actual hiking time: 7 - 8 hours
  • Dinner & overnight stay with breakfast in Alquézar
Day 5

Explore Alquézar: where culture and nature meet
After several intense hiking days, today is more relaxed. We have selected a few scenic routes around Alquézar that you can choose from:

- Pasarelas de Alquézar: Walk along the hanging walkways through the last section of the Vero River gorge.
- Puentes de Villacantal / Fuendebaños: A loop trail crossing medieval bridges over the Vero River.
- Balsas de Basacol: A gentle out-and-back hike to the Basacol lakes.

Alternatively, you can skip the hikes and explore Alquézar itself. Visit the Islamic-origin castle, the impressive collegiate church, Plaza Mayor, and the scenic viewpoint “Sonrisa del Viento.”

Or perhaps you’d rather relax and indulge in local specialties like artisanal cheeses, truffles, and the Somontano wines?

  • Distance Pasarelas: 3.1 km | +/- 170 m
  • Distance Medieval bridges: 9.8 km | +/- 365 m
  • Distance Basacol lakes: 4 km | +/- 265 m
  • Overnight stay with breakfast in Alquézar (dinner on your own)
Day 6

¡Hasta la próxima!
Enjoy a final breakfast at your accommodation before checking out and heading to your next destination.

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Completely organised Sierra de Guara tour - 8 Days

This eight-day journey through the Sierra de Guara includes six or seven days of hiking. During this trek, everything is taken care of, including luggage transport, so you can fully enjoy this extraordinary region.

Read the day-by-day program below
Day 1

Arrival in Alquézar & Transfer to Murillo de Gállego
Today, you will be personally welcomed in the village of Alquézar (the final destination of the route). The local guide will give you a detailed briefing on the hiking program, and you will receive all route information. You will then be transferred to Murillo de Gállego, the starting point of the trekking tour and your accommodation for the next two nights.

Explore the historic center and wander through the winding streets. You’ll find characteristic stone houses, typical of the region, adorned with symbols on doors and facades that tell stories of the past. At the highest point of Murillo stands the Church of Virgen de La Liena, dating back to the 10th century.

  • Dinner and overnight stay with breakfast in Murillo de Gállego
Day 2

Impressive rock formations and panoramic views (Villalangua - Murillo de Gállego)
After breakfast, you will take a short transfer to Villalangua. From here, you will hike back to Murillo. The route takes you along the towering walls of Foz de Salinas, past the Fuente de la Rata waterfall and the abandoned village of Salinas Viejo. You will climb to the ridge of ‘Collado de la Osqueta,’ where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Pyrenees.

During the descent to the medieval village of Agüero, you will pass through Foz de Pituelo, with its stunning limestone cliffs and mysterious caves. Along the way, you will also admire the impressive Mallos de Agüero. These spectacular rock formations, shaped by erosion millions of years ago, have been designated a natural monument.

From Agüero, you will continue along the old Roman road to Murillo de Gállego. Ending the day with a drink on a terrace in one of the local bars is highly recommended!

  • Distance: 17 km | +700 m | -...m
  • Actual hiking time: 5-6 hours
  • Light variant: 11 km | +670 m | -...m
  • Dinner and overnight stay with breakfast in Murillo de Gállego
Day 3

The Stone Giants of Mallos de Riglos (Murillo de Gállego - Nocito)
Today, you will explore the vertical world of the Reino de los Mallos de Riglos, a natural phenomenon that attracts visitors from all over the world.

These towering rock walls reach a height of 275 meters (at the northern peak of Pisón) and are famous for their steep or even overhanging cliffs, making them a paradise for rock climbers.

Alongside the Mallos de Agüero and Peña Rueba, the Mallos de Riglos were also declared a natural monument in 2016. In addition to their unique geology, they host rare rock vegetation and are home to one of the largest griffon vulture colonies in the region.

The route combines two different trails that pass through both the large and small mallos. Can you spot the vultures or a rock climber? After today’s hike, you will be transferred to a charming accommodation in the village of Nocito.

  • Distance: 14.2 km | +/- 820 m
  • Actual hiking time: 5-6 hours
  • Light variant: 10 km | +/- 610 m
  • Dinner and overnight stay with breakfast in Nocito
Day 4

The Abandoned Villages of Guara (Nocito - Rodellar)
Today, you will explore a wild part of the Guara mountains. You will hike along historic paths that connect abandoned villages in the Nocito Valley. The villages of Used, Bara, Bentué (reconstructed), and Nasarre give us a glimpse into the past when this region was inhabited by shepherds and farmers. The old stone houses and churches, surrounded by the silent nature, serve as reminders of the hard but simple lives of those who once lived here.

Along the way, you will also pass the Romanesque church of San Andrés and the Losa Mora dolmen, built over 5,000 years ago. At the end of this stage, you will reach the deep Mascún Gorge, one of the most spectacular ravines in the Sierra de Guara.

  • Distance: 22 km (one-way) | +627 m | -811 m
  • Actual hiking time: 7-8 hours
  • Light variant: 11 km
  • Dinner and overnight stay with breakfast in Rodellar
Day 5

Explore the Breathtaking Mascún Canyon (Rodellar - Cañón del Mascún - Rodellar)
The hike through Mascún Canyon is considered the most spectacular route in the Sierra de Guara. Today, we venture deeper into this breathtaking landscape, following the historic 'La Costera' trail with its stunning views over the canyon.

Walking through this area, you’ll see towering rock formations, monoliths, and stone arches, rising dramatically above the Mascún River. Some of these rock formations have names given by the locals, such as La Ciudadela (Citadel), La Corona (Crown), Cuca Bellosta, El Zapato (Shoe), and El Beso (Kiss).

The Saltador de las Lañas waterfall is a perfect stop for a break before descending along the left bank of the canyon. We continue to the abandoned village of Cheto, then descend further along a beautiful stone path, returning to Rodellar.

  • Distance: 19.7 km (loop) | Elevation: +1060 m | -1060 m
  • Actual hiking time: 8 - 9 hours
  • Light variant: 12 km
  • Dinner & overnight stay with breakfast in Rodellar
Day 6

Turquoise Waters, Vineyards, Olives, and Almond Trees (Rodellar - Alquézar)
The natural beauty continues as we hike through the Alcanadre River gorges, famous for their turquoise waters. The limestone formations, shaped by water over time, create stunning canyons and underground channels, making this a top destination for canyoning enthusiasts.

We continue through the Arangol and Balced sierras, the heart of the natural park, offering spectacular views of Tozal de Guara (2,077 m), the highest peak in the region.

The Mediterranean climate and fertile land make this an agricultural paradise, with expansive vineyards, ancient olive trees, and almond orchards. The day ends in Alquézar, a medieval village listed as one of the most beautiful in Spain.

  • Distance: 19.5 km | +770 m | -880 m
  • Actual hiking time: 7 - 8 hours
  • Light variant: 19 km
  • Dinner & overnight stay with breakfast in Alquézar
Day 7

Explore Alquézar: where culture and nature meet
After several intense hiking days, today is more relaxed. We have selected a few scenic routes around Alquézar that you can choose from:

- Pasarelas de Alquézar: Walk along the hanging walkways through the last section of the Vero River gorge.
- Puentes de Villacantal / Fuendebaños: A loop trail crossing medieval bridges over the Vero River.
- Balsas de Basacol: A gentle out-and-back hike to the Basacol lakes.

Alternatively, you can skip the hikes and explore Alquézar itself. Visit the Islamic-origin castle, the impressive collegiate church, Plaza Mayor, and the scenic viewpoint “Sonrisa del Viento.”

Or perhaps you’d rather relax and indulge in local specialties like artisanal cheeses, truffles, and the Somontano wines?

  • Distance Pasarelas: 3.1 km | +/- 170 m
  • Distance Medieval bridges: 9.8 km | +/- 365 m
  • Distance Basacol lakes: 4 km | +/- 265 m
  • Overnight stay with breakfast in Alquézar (dinner on your own)
Day 8

¡Hasta la próxima!
After one last breakfast, it's time to check out and head to your next destination.

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