Faja Racón

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Most people take the popular hike to the Faja de Pelay and Goriz refugio in the Ordesa valley. This walk is less well known but also highly recommended. During this walk you will cross the 'terrace' of Racón, which lies on the north side of the Valle de Ordesa. The views of the Cotatuero and Carriato valleys are really breathtaking.

Faja Racón

Faja Racón

Distance: 10 km

Duration: 3h30

Grade: Moderate

Gps track: Yes

Route description: Yes

Type: Circular

Height gain: 632 meters

Way mark: Signs

Wheelchair: Not suitable

Dog: Allowed on a leach

National park Ordesa y Monte Perdido.

Most people do the walk in the other direction but it is advisable to follow it in the direction as described in our route description. The reason is that the climb on the other side is quite steep and the path has been eroded by the many hikers. The climb on the other side is more gradual and goes through a large beech forest where you have plenty of shade. The direction in no way influences the beautiful views. You leave at the end of the parking at the information house and go to the Virgen de Pilar. Here you go left and walk through a beech forest in the direction of the waterfall of Cotatuero. From here the 'terrace' of Racón starts and the valley reveals its secrets. Sometimes some tread certainty is needed on the path, but it never is dangerous. Therefore our advice: Look = stop. At the end of the panorama path, when the Tozal de Mallo comes into view, you start the steep descent. The last part goes over asphalt back to the parking where you can enjoy a drink and a snack on the terrace.

Sturdy hiking shoes are a must.

Not recommended for people with fear of heights.

Some step security is required without it's becoming dangerous somewhere.

Take enough drinking water and sun cream, especially during hot days!

If there are still snowfields, this walk is very dangerous!