Multi-day ski touring trek

Surrounded by peaks over 3,000m, the Benasque Valley is an extraordinary place for ski touring. Thanks to the heights you are assured of beautiful descents!

Do you have experience with ski touring and do you want to discover the Spanish Pyrenees in winter? Join us during this spectacular multi-day ski touring trek in Posets-Maladeta Natural Park. In this breathtaking nature park you can make varied trips and sleep in different mountain huts.

The standard ski touring trek is only suitable for experienced skiers with a good level of fitness. For lighter variants or for an introduction to ski touring, please contact us.

  • Four overnight stays in two different mountain huts
  • Various ski touring routes up to more than 3,000m of altitude
  • Accompanied by an English-speaking mountain guide
  • Full board included
  • Ski rental and technical equipment can be booked optionally
  • Extension of extra night in hotel before / after the tour possible

Departure possible in

January - April

5 days as from € 989

Program

The multi-day ski tour consists of five days of ski touring, with a choice of three or four challenging climbs. Previous experience with ski touring is a requirement. You sleep four nights in two different mountain huts.
Day 1

Start meerdaagse skitoer-tocht vanuit Llanos de Hospital

Llanos de Hospital - Refugio Renclusa


Today, you'll meet with your mountain guide in Benasque for a final check of all necessary equipment. Following this, you'll head to 'Llanos del Hospital' (a 20-minute drive from Benasque), marking the beginning of your multi-day adventure. On the first day, you'll make a short climb to the mountain hut Renclusa at an altitude of 2,138m. A three course menu is included. 

Day 2

Toerski-tocht vanuit de Benasque vallei naar Puerto de Picada

Refugio Renclusa - Puerto de la Picada - Refugi Artiga de Lin


Following breakfast at the mountain hut, you'll embark on a short descent to Besurta. Once there, you'll affix the skins back onto your skis, initiating a gentle ascent of approximately 600 meters to the 'Puerto de Picada,' translating to 'the gate.' This point offers breathtaking views of both the Aragón and Catalonia valleys.
Enjoy the beautiful descent (of almost 1000m!) to the refuge Artiga de Lin at 1,470m.

Day 3

Toerskiën naar pas 'Collado de los Araneses' en bergpiek 'Tuc de Mulleres'

Refugi Artiga de Lin - Tuc de Mulleres - Refugio Renclusa


Ready for a challenging and spectacular route? After breakfast we'll cross the Forcanada channel towards the col 'Collado de los Araneses' at about 2,442m altitude. On the col you enjoy views of the Maladeta massif and the Escaladeta valley.

From the pass we continue the tour with a demanding climb to the peak 'Mulleres' at 3,010m. Once at the top, two rewards await you: stunning views as from this three-thousander and a nice, long descent to Plan d'Aigualluts.
Once in the valley, we'll make a last short climb back to Refugio Renclusa. In total you've covered about 17 km and almost 1,660m of altimeters today.

Day 4

 

Ski touring trek in the Spanish Pyrenees with Chill-Outdoor

Refugio Renclusa - Pico de la Maladeta - Refugio Renclusa


Today, a second 3000m peak awaits you. We kick off with a challenging climb right from the hut. Tracing along the ridge of the Portillons to our left, we ascend in a Z-pattern toward the base of the Rimaya channel. Here, we leave our skis  to continue on foot (with crampons).

Upon reaching the ridge, we ascend a few meters to the left, conquering the summit of 'Pico de la Maladeta' at an impressive altitude of 3,308m! Our return follows the same route, treating us to a spectacular descent over the Maladeta glacier.

Day 5

Toerskiën vanuit Refugio de la Renclusa in natuurpark Posets-Maladeta

Refugio Renclusa - Collado de Paderna - LLanos de hospital


Today, you (and your guide) have the flexibility to choose between two options: skiing directly back to the car from the Renclusa hut (approx. 2 hours), or opting for an additional excursion to the 'Paderna' pass (approx. 4 hours).

The second option involves ascending to the mountain lake of Renclusa and the 'Collado de Paderna' at an altitude of 2,570m. Here, we'll stow away the skins, preparing for our final descent through the 'Tubos de Paderna'—a thrilling tube-like terrain.

This is the end of the multi-day ski tour in Posets-Maladeta Natural Park. You can optionally extend this trip with more days or an extra night in a hotel. Please note that the mountain guide may decide to modify the itinerary for safety reasons related to weather and snow conditions. In such cases, suitable alternatives will always be considered.

Can you ski but have no experience with ski touring? Then check out our brand new winter trip 'Introduction to ski touring' in the Pyrenees. During the ski touring introduction, you'll learn the techniques of ascending and descending in off-piste areas, under the guidance of an experienced guide. The final goal: embark on a beautiful ski touring excursion in the natural park Posets-Maladeta.

View the complete travel package here:

Practical information

After receiving your travel request, we'll confirm as soon as possible whether there is still room. Read more about the rates, best travel period, what is included, fitness levels, minimum age and the reservation process.

Rates
· 6 participants: €989 per person
· 5 participants: €1014 per person
· 4 participants: €1039 per person
· 3 participants: €1064 per person
· Rental of ski touring equipment: €55 per person per day

Accommodation
During this trip, you will stay at the Renclusa and the Artiga de Lin mountain hut. The huts are basicly furnished, but beautifully located. You will sleep in dormitories. Mattresses, blankets, and pillows are provided, but you need to bring your own sleeping bag liner. Breakfast and dinner are served at shared tables.

Would you like to stay overnight in a *** hotel with a swimming pool before or after the trip? You can indicate this in your travel request, and we'll arrange the reservation for you.

Period
The snow season in the Spanish Pyrenees usually runs from December to April.
However, this may differ per year. When requesting the trip, we'll inform you about the expected state of the route (and the weather forecast).

The trip in Posets-Maladeta Natural Park takes place at high altitudes, which in many cases guarantees good skiing conditions.

Included
· Four overnight stays in two different mountain huts
· Breakfast (4x), packed lunch (3x), and dinner (4x)
· Certified English-speaking high mountain guide
· Personal briefing about the route and weather conditions on your arrival day
· Welcome letter with general information and packing list
· Personalised online environment with all necessary travel information
· 100% compensation of your CO2 emissions during your tour through the Trees for All foundation

Optional
· Overnight stay in a *** hotel with a swimming pool before or after the ski touring trip
· Rental of ski touring equipment

Fitness level
· Suitable for experienced skiers with some ski touring experience who can comfortably ski black slopes and off-piste
· From 18 years old

Reservation
Reservations can be made via the request form at the bottom of this page.

  1. In the request, specify your desired travel period and any other preferences. Upon receipt of the request, we will confirm as soon as possible whether your desired trip is available.
  2. If the proposed trip meets your wishes, you will receive a reservation confirmation with a request for a deposit.
  3. Six weeks before arrival, you will receive the information letter about your trip, and we will also email you the final payment request.

Questions & Contact
Before arrival, you will receive a welcome letter with practical information. If you have any questions or would like to make certain adjustments to your reservation, we are always available by phone or WhatsApp to assist you.

Request ski touring trip

Contact us

Call us at +34 619475516
(also via WhatsApp)

Send an email to
info@chill-outdoor.com

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