PORTA DEL CEL TRAIL TOUR
Start Date | July 18, 2025
TRIP SUMMARY
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Pyrenees!
Enjoy a 3-day, 2-night guided tour, where we will travel 59 km with a positive elevation gain of 5,400 meters on a circular route.
You will be part of a exclusive and small group of trail running enthusiasts who share your love of the mountains.
Disconnect from everything and immerse yourself in a world where only the peaks, your companions, your backpack, and the excitement of the race matter.
Maximum 10 trail runners!
TRIP DESCRIPTION
Get ready to crossThe Gate of Heaven«, a demanding circular high mountain crossing that will take you through the heart of the Pyrenees!
This route connects four shelters through the Alt Pirineu Natural Park (Spain) and the Parc naturel régional des Pyrénées ariégeoises (France), crossing the border between Spain and France. You will enter some of the wildest and most spectacular landscapes, passing through glacial lakes like those of Certascan and Romedo, the serenity of dense forests, the loneliness of remote valleys such as Cardós and Monestero and Broate, and the immensity of alpine passesThe highlight is the ascent to the Pica d'Estats (3,143 m), the highest peak in Catalonia. It's a physically demanding route, with technical sections and steep slopes that will test your endurance.
ROUTE
STARTING POINT IN THE MOLINASSA PARKING AT 11 AM
Day 1: VALLFERRERA REFUGE – DU PINET REFUGE
Sustained rise to the roof of Catalonia, the Pica d'Estats (3,143 m), crossing the border through the Coll de Riufred and descending to the Pinet Refuge, on the French side.
- Terrain: High mountains with steep slopes, bouldering areas and technical passes.
- Technical terrain ratio: Approximately 60%.
- Running possibilities: Limited. The ascent to Pica d'Estats and the descent to Pinet feature steep, rocky terrain that makes running difficult.
Distance: 14.5km | Elevation: 1600m+ 1250m –
Day 2: Pinet Refuge – Tavascan
A long and spectacular day that runs through lonely valleys, glacial lakes, and high mountain passes. I pass through the Etang de Montestaure, the Coll de Llurri, and descend into the Noarre Valley to Tavascan.
- Terrain: Varied, with technical sections on hills and descents, and gentler sections in valleys.
- Technical terrain ratio: Approximately 50%.
- Running Possibilities: Moderate. Some sections are suitable for running, especially in the valleys, but technical sections require caution.
Distance: 27 km | Elevation gain: 1978 m + 3086 m
Day 3: TAVASCAN- VALLFERRERA SHELTER
Return traverse to the starting point over less-traveled terrain. Ascent to the Baborte Refuge and its lake, followed by a descent through the valley to the Vallferrera Refuge.
- Terrain: Less technical, with well-defined trails and moderate slopes.
- Technical terrain ratio: Approximately 30%.
- Running possibility: High. This stage is the most suitable for running, especially on the gentle uphill and downhill sections.
Distance: 18.7 km | Elevation: 2027 + 1328
Note: The planned itinerary may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and terrain.
EVENT DATA
STARTING PLACE
DISTANCE
59 km
UNEVENNESS +
5400 Meters
DURATION
3 Stages
TOUR START DATE
July 18, 2025
TOUR END DATE
July 20, 2025
Nº PARTICIPANTS
8 Participants
MANDATORY MATERIAL
LEVEL PARTICIPANTS
CHECK YOUR PHYSICAL LEVEL
If you have any questions, please contact us, we will be happy to help you and see if this adventure is for you.
PRICE
370 Euros
What does the price include?
- Planning and preparing the route and monitoring the weather and terrain conditions before and during its implementation
- Registration management and advice before the route
- The route is carried out in guided mode with 1 qualified mountain guide specialized in trail running.
- Accommodation in shelters in the form of Average Pension from the first day night (accommodation, dinner, breakfast).
- Liability and Accident Insurance
What is NOT included in the price?
- Transfer to the starting point of the Route. (we will try to share cars from Madrid)
- Food and drink not included in the contracted Half Board.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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