Guils Fontanera and Malniu, 2 days snowshoeing in Girona
Enjoy snowshoeing in Girona with UIMLA mountain leader Sergi Perez García and discover the black pines of the Guils Fontanera forest, the beautiful glacial Malniu lake, and more on this unforgettable 2-day winter adventure.
Pyrenees
2 Days
Jan, Feb, Dec
High
All levels
Highlights
- Enjoy a 2-day snowshoeing adventure in Girona.
- Discover the stunning black pine Guils-Fontanera forest.
- Revel at the beautiful Malniu lake and stunning surrounding vegetation.
Description
Would you like to enjoy a unique snowshoeing adventure in Girona? Then join me on this Guils Fontanera and Malniu program where we will discover amazing black pine forests and glacial lakes as we traverse through stunning snowy landscapes.
Girona is located in northeastern Catalonia, and is home to the Guils Fontanera ski resort in Cerdanya, and to the beautiful Malniu lake. The Guils Fontanera resort boasts a 12km snowshoeing route that leads to the lake, and on this program, we will have the chance to explore it and traverse through black pine forests and snowy landscapes to reach it. We will enjoy an exciting winter adventure and catch sight of some of the most beautiful vistas in the region.
Of course, you will need to be physically fit to join. However, I will be there to help and guide you on the way.
So, are you ready for a snowshoeing adventure in Catalonia? Then book your place now and join me on this unique program in Girona!
Or if you prefer, you can choose from one of the other great outdoor adventures in Catalonia that I offer.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
Price details
- Groups must have a minimum 4 participants and a maximum of 8 whether they are private or open.
- INCLUDED: certified guide, transport in a comfortable van for up to 9 people, first aid and safety equipment, accident insurance, 1 night in a mountain hut, dinner on the first night, breakfast and picnic on day 2.
Itinerary
Day 1: Refugio de Malniu
We will spend 8 hours snowshoeing until we reach the Malniu hut.
Distance: 13,51km (139 mi).
Slope: 789md+/550md-
Highest point: Pla dels Empedrats 2578m (8458 ft.)
Day 2: Guils
We will spend 3 hours snowshoeing through black pine forests, reach Pla de la Feixa where we will find a hut and ecological products, and then continue to the lookout point at Cerdanya. Finally, we will end our snowshoeing at Guils.
Distance: 6,2km (3,8 mi)
Slope: 73md+/312md-
Highest point: Cruce pista SC-122 (2.197m/ 7208 ft)
Equipment you will need to bring
Water bottle
Backpack
Poles
Sunglasses
adequate clothing for winter mountaineering, lunch and water for the first day, snacks. Snowshoes and poles can be rented for an additional 10 euros.
About the guide
Sergi
Mountain Leader
My name is Sergi, I am behind BivacTravel and I look forward to enjoying the mountain with you!
Ever since I was a child I felt a special connection with nature. I visited the Pyrenees every weekend with my parents and sister, and there, I developed a deep respect for the environment. The mountains inspired me and shaped who I am today.
I trained professionally at the High Performance Center of Sant Cugat del Vallés. I am a UIMLA mountain guide, a member of the AEGM Spanish Association of Mountain Guides, a member of the ECAM Escola Catalana d'Alta Muntanya, and I am also registered at the ROPEC Official Register of Professionals de l'Esport de Catalunya. I also have snow and avalanches training by the private ACNA institute.
Some of the peaks I have climbed peaks include the Matterhorn by the Italian route (Crest of the Leone), different four-thousanders of the Alps, as well as the Damavand in Iran (5,640mt) by its north face. Whenever I can, I look for new corners to discover!
I collaborate with a group of qualified professionals that have a long trajectory in offering premium mountain adventure services to ensure that you enjoy the environment in total safety, with the added value of getting to know the local culture, interpreting the flora and fauna, geology, and also discovering remote corners to enjoy moments of peace and relaxation.
It will be a pleasure to accompany you in any of the experiences that we propose, and remember that if you do not find what you want or have a special interest in an area, you can explain your idea and we will design it for you. Catalonia and the Pyrenees offer us a unique environment, as well as a unique culture and cuisine to enjoy on an unforgettable adventure!
Languages
Catalan
Certificates
AEGM
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