Pyrenees Crossing: Senda Pirenaica - E24
A long day route of about 33.2 km through the central Pyrenees, with the main interest in mountain paths, rocks, climbs and open viewpoints.
- Distance
- 33.2 km
- Time
- 2 d 9 h
- Elevation gain
- —
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Multi-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
The route is a linear itinerary of about 33.2 km in the central Pyrenees. The elevation range is roughly 0-2440 m. The main reference points are Gavarnie, Saint-Lary-Soulan, Bielsa, which help with orientation at the start, along the route and near the finish.
It suits a prepared day out: not necessarily technically difficult, but more enjoyable when transport and timing are clear.
Route suitability
Without a car
Hard
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Use buses to the valley towns where available, then continue by taxi or transfer to the trailhead.
By car
Drive to the valley village, pass road or official trailhead. For linear routes, plan a return shuttle or second vehicle.
Parking
Use village parking, pass parking and official trailhead areas. In summer, arrive early at popular valleys.
What to expect
Senda Pirenaica - E24
Gavarnie
Saint-Lary-Soulan
Bielsa
mountain paths
Difficult sections and safety
Mountain weather can change quickly near Gavarnie. Wet stones, snow patches and steep descents require a calm pace and footwear with good grip.
How much time to allow
Long day route
6-9 h
With transport and breaks
plan the whole day
Best time to go
The best window around Gavarnie is usually late spring to early autumn
In the mountains, weather can change within an hour
In shoulder seasons, check snow, storms and local restrictions
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Surface
Dirt / grass 96% · Asphalt 4% · Artificial surface 1%
Surface is defined for 1.50 km of 33.2 km.
Dirt / grass
96% · 1.44 km
Asphalt
4% · 0.06 km
Artificial surface
1% · 0.00 km
Route photos
6 photos
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Use buses to the valley towns where available, then continue by taxi or transfer to the trailhead
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
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: 33.2 km, moderate.
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