Trekking in Pedraforca

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~2 days

Why go

Pedraforca is the most recognisable mountain in Catalonia - twin rock prongs split by a scree gully, above the village of Gosol. Climbing it is a rite of passage for Catalan walkers.

When

In season: May–Oct · Peak: Jun–Jul, Sep

Who it’s for

Skill

Intermediate–Advanced

Effort

Demanding

Suitable from

12+ · Teen+

Crowds

Quiet

Cost

Trekking specifics

Distance: 12 km
Total ascent: 1000 m
Max altitude: 2506 m
Accommodation: Refuge and village hotels
Technical: Loose scrambling in the gully; exposure on the traverse

What to expect

A steep, loose scramble up the Canal del Verdet between the forks, or the standard route from Gosol; the Enforcadura traverse is exposed. A big, rocky day, not a stroll.

Routes

What the difficulty bands mean

moderate: Sustained effort or some exposure; comfort on the terrain expected.
hard: Long, technical or serious — experience and the right conditions required.

Pollegó Superior via Collada
moderate
The standard route to the summit from Gósol
Canal del Verdet
hard
Up the scree gully between the two forks, the classic ascent
Enforcadura traverse
hard
Between both forks, exposed and scrambly