Aguas del Aneto The classic

Waters of Aneto

The Classic

Master the eternal water cycle on this 5-stage journey through the Kingdom of Aneto. Follow the circular route that connects the history of La Renclusa with the modernity of Llauset, overcoming more than 5,000 meters of elevation gain. You will accompany the water from its disappearance in Forau de Aigualluts to its reappearance in the Aran Valley, conquering legendary passes such as Collado de Salenques (2,809 m). A challenge of endurance and technique designed for those seeking maximum authenticity and a complete map of the heart of Maladeta.

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WATERS OF ANETO

THE CLASSIC

5 stages
76.3 km
+5,974 m/-5,974 m
Physical Difficulty: High
Technical Difficulty: High

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THE ROUTE

DAY 1

Place of origin: Conangles Refuge

Arrival at the Conangles Refuge, where we will welcome you, introduce ourselves, and give a brief orientation talk about the high mountain crossing.
At this meeting point, we will give you your welcome pack, review the details of the route and the mountain conditions, and show you how to use the safety geolocation device that will be at your disposal throughout the tour. Here you can ask any last-minute questions and finish preparing your mountain equipment before beginning this adventure in the Pyrenees.

DAY 2/ STAGE 1

From the Conangles Refuge to the Cap de Llauset Refuge.

The route begins by ascending the valley in search of the Anglos lake basin. The trail progresses between mountain lakes and granite scree, steadily gaining altitude until it reaches the Coll de los Estanyets (2,524 m). From this point, a short descent takes us to the Cap de Llauset Refuge, the most modern in the Pyrenees, located in a purely mineral high mountain environment.

DAY 3/ STAGE 2

The balcony of the route, the Salenques Pass

A technical high-mountain route that circles the massif on its eastern side. The route climbs to Collado de Salenques (2,809 m), the highest point of the crossing and a privileged viewpoint of the Aneto Glacier. The descent is via Val de Salenques, a demanding terrain of boulders and loose rock that requires caution, finally climbing back up to the historic Refugio de la Renclusa.

DAY 4 / STAGE 3

The Mystery of Aigualluts and Coll de Toro

From Renclusa, we descend towards Plan de Aigualluts to witness the greatest mystery of the route: Forau de Aigualluts, where the waters of the glacier sink into a karst sinkhole. We then begin the technical ascent to Coll de Toro (2,237 m), the natural border with the Aran Valley. After reaching the top of the pass, the route descends sharply towards the Artiga de Lin basin, a breathtakingly vertical environment surrounded by glacial cirques where we will spend the night.

DAY 5 / STAGE 4

From the Artiga de Lin Refuge to Casau (Vielha)

We begin the day descending through the Artiga forest until we reach Uelhs deth Joèu, the exact point where the waters we saw disappear in Aigualluts reappear with thunderous force after a 4 km underground journey. After visiting this landmark, the route continues halfway up the hillside along paths with lush Atlantic vegetation, gently gaining height to flank the mountain until reaching the village of Casau, a privileged balcony overlooking the Aranese capital.

DAY 6 / STAGE 5

The Garonne River Basin

Last day of the journey to close the circular circuit. The itinerary goes up the valley looking for the connection back to the south entrance of the Vielha tunnel. We will cross areas of high grassland and ancient shepherds' paths, arriving at the Vielha Pass where we can say goodbye with the last spectacular views of the Aneto massif, before descending directly to the Conangles Refuge, the final point of the expedition, thus completing the cycle of water and rock.

WATERS OF ANETO

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Includes

All of this is included in your adventure:

Total Safety: Garmin device with geolocation and satellite technology. Includes constant professional monitoring by our team. Guaranteed communication with us even without cell service and an SOS button that immediately activates the rescue protocol.

Comfort: Half board in all shelters

Management: Registration and full reservation of guaranteed places.

Material: Official map of the Alpina route, official T-shirt, and passport for stamping at mountain huts.

Experience: Technical briefing, welcome drink at each shelter, and final toast.

Does not include

1. Transfers to/from Conagnes (contact us if you need transportation).
2. Personal expenses and tips.
3. Expenses arising from unexpected events, whether caused by third parties or weather conditions (delays, cancellations, floods, landslides, snowfall, natural disasters, etc.). New: you can take out flexible cancellation insurance to cover these situations.
4. Any service not specified in the "Includes" section.

Rates for 2026

Non-member: €551
Member (*): €525

(*) The federated price includes both FEDME and hut correspondence.

Extra Services

Accident insurance for the whole trip: 30 € per person consult conditions here.
Early cancellation insurance: 50 € per person check conditions here.
Flexible cancellation insurance: 99€ see conditions here.
Rental of Petlz ice axes and crampons: pack (6€ per day) / 1 tool (3€ per day).
Exclusive Ternua T-shirt: 18€

MORE THAN AN EXPERIENCE

More than just walking, you embark on a unique experience that begins long before you take your first step on the mountain.

Safety at every step

You will feel safe thanks to the latest technology in real-time monitoring, which allows us to intervene quickly if something does not go according to plan.

LEARNING AT EVERY STEP

Learn and evolve as a mountaineer with the videos and trainings we offer you, improving your skills to enjoy every mountain adventure to the fullest.

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What do routers say about their experience with Alta Ruta?

YOUR EXPERIENCES

      EXCELLENT  
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   Tom Marshall 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent route and a well organised team who were all so knowledgeable and helpful. Would definitely recommend. Thank you
  
 
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   Adam Thill 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want to hike in the Pyrenees and want to make sure you have all the logistics covered and a guaranteed viable route, don’t hesitate to book with La Alta Ruta. The peace of mind that comes with having everything arranged and the trip supported is easily worth the modest premium charged. The organization and service we received from start to finish were excellent. When we arrived to begin the 8-day trip, the manager advised us to reverse the direction due to unseasonably heavy rains the week before, which had temporarily blocked one of the routes. This support alone—calling and rebooking all the accommodations—was a huge help. It would have been a massive headache for us to handle at the last minute, considering that each mountain hut has to be contacted directly by phone or email. The route itself was amazing, too. The ecology and scenery were truly diverse. Additionally, the GPX files provided were invaluable in some instances where trails were less well marked, and it was great to know we had that backup when we weren’t entirely confident in our map-reading skills. And one final point to note: nearly every leg of the journey had “Plan B” options, in case the weather wasn’t ideal or you wanted a less challenging route. We used one of these backup routes on a very rainy day, and it saved us from a tough traverse in wet conditions with low visibility. All in all, a fantastic trip, made even better by the fantastic service. I can’t recommend it highly enough.
  
 
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   Gemma Puigvert 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A SPECTACULAR trail! Tough and challenging, but doable. We were a family with kids ages 11 and 14, and we were able to complete the entire trail without any problems. Our daily hikes took longer than expected for the “general” public, but we were prepared for that. It’s essential to familiarize yourself with the trail and its difficulty before setting out! 100% recommended!
  
 
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   Ignacio López Corral 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Well managed route, they are professionals.
  
 
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   Javier Paredes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been trekking several times and this may be the best, it's hard if you are not in shape, but the gap, Tucarroya.... The refuges..... They are places to fall in love with, great routes and well organized, controlled at all times. THANK YOU
  
 
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   Leire Fernandez de Aranguiz Izarra 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was my first solo trip to the mountains. I decided to go with them because it made me feel very safe knowing I was being tracked at all times via the GPS tracker. It was an unforgettable experience, and I’ll definitely do it again. I’ve opened a door to the mountains, and I’m never going to close it. Thank you 😊
  
 
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   paolo a.l. 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vignemales Tour. We did the tour in early August 2024. Beautiful landscapes—we enjoyed the stunning mountain scenery and the beautiful locations of the mountain huts. Alta Ruta’s organization was excellent. We met Rafa, a team member, the day before we started, and he was very informative and professional. He gave us useful tips for completing the route. We really appreciate that the team provided us with a satellite messenger for our safety. Thank you for your help. Paolo from Italy