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HRP 15.1: Ossoue via Espécières and Boucharo to Sarradets

Distance
17.3 km
Time
7 h 57 min
Elevation gain
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Difficulty
Moderate
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Route description

This HRP variant links Sausse Dessus hut in the Ossoue valley with the western approaches to Brèche de Roland. It passes Col des Espécières and the Espécières lake, then Port de Boucharo, known on Spanish maps as Puerto de Bujaruelo. It ends in the Sarradets refuge area beneath the Brèche. The journey retains returns along some mountain sections and is more than a walk from the nearest road. It suits walkers who want to approach the familiar Brèche district from Ossoue through a succession of different passes.

Route status

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Espécières, Boucharo and Sarradets form a sequence of distinct mountain places. This approach reveals the western edge of the Gavarnie area without requiring a Taillon summit ascent.
Length
17.3 km
Elevation gain
1718 m
Surface
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Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - No With a dog - No By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data The high crossings suit experienced adults. The start is at Sausse Dessus in the Ossoue valley; organise its approach and the later exit from Sarradets separately. Dogs are prohibited in the French park core.

Nearby

Brèche de Roland lies above the final refuge approach and needs additional time. Taillon and a descent to Bujaruelo are separate continuations that change the day’s plan.

Getting there

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Without a car
A seasonal liO coach can help with travel to Gavarnie, but not to the high start at Sausse Dessus. Plan the Ossoue approach and exit from Sarradets in advance. Service as far as Gavarnie is not established for mid-October.
By car
A vehicle can only deliver you to the lower road approach. Sausse Dessus and Sarradets are connected on foot; check valley-road access separately from mountain-path conditions.
Parking
Agree car storage before heading into Ossoue. No parking is confirmed at the high starting point; finishing elsewhere requires a pickup arrangement.

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What to expect

Places
Col des Espécières the named pass on the western approach.
Port de Boucharo / Puerto de Bujaruelo the border passage before Sarradets.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 1718 м.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски The high crossings and Sarradets approach require checking snowfields and stony paths. Sarradets refuge has been announced closed because of water shortage: do not rely on meals or accommodation without a new confirmation from its operator.

How much time to allow

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Time for the route 7–9 h
With stops | 9–11 h Allow this for the extended crossing with returns from Sausse Dessus to the Sarradets refuge area. Brèche de Roland still requires a further climb at the end. The refuge has been announced closed until further notice since 17 September 2026; accommodation is not established.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Plan a summer crossing in settled weather after checking snow near Sarradets. Late season especially requires a viable road exit and current refuge notices.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Bring mountain footwear and wind-resistant clothing.
Carry food, spare water and a warm layer without relying on Sarradets service.
Save an offline map of the pass junctions.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

A seasonal liO coach can help with travel to Gavarnie, but not to the high start at Sausse Dessus. Plan the Ossoue approach and exit from Sarradets in advance. Service as far as Gavarnie is not established for mid-October

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 17.3 km, moderate.

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