Colletts Mountain Holidays ~ Walking in the Spanish Pyrenees

The Spanish Side

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Nestled high in the Valle de Tena in the Alto Aragón region of Spain is the charming village of Panticosa, a labyrinth of traditional stone built houses lining narrow streets around a 13th century Romanesque church. It is a tranquil mountain village, which has retained much of its old world charm, whilst providing for the modern day visitor with a handful of shops, bars and other amenities.

Significantly, it is surrounded by Spain's westernmost concentration of 3000m peaks, each dotted with azure blue lakes and punctuated by high mountain cols, which makes Panticosa an ideal springboard from which to venture out into this beautiful region. In July and August, a modern cable car whisks walkers and mountain bikers up to the delightful Asnos and Sabocos Lakes and to within a whisker of the imposing north face of the Sierra de Tendeñera.

Nearby, higher up in the cauldron of mountains, which tower above the village, is the historic Baños de Panticosa, a spa village fed by six mineral springs and said to have been frequented by the Roman emperor, Tiberius. This is the starting and finishing point of several local walks.

hotel sabocos

Hotel Sabocos is a stone's throw away from the village centre. It is a delightful hotel run by Abelardo and Pía Arruebo and their family. It provides modern and comfortable accommodation in en suite bedrooms, many with balconies enjoying enchanting mountain views.

You are sure to love its spacious first floor lounge, where each evening (except Wed.) we hold Office Hour. This room characterises the warm hospitality you can expect here - lots of comfy armchairs and sofas arranged in cosy alcoves; bookshelves, chess and card tables; and french windows to a large terrace with majestic views. It is the perfect place to relax with a book or to sit with friends over a post-walk drink.

The small ground floor café-bar opens onto a sun-drenched terrace with views to the stunning walls of the distant Sierra de la Partacua. This is often the first port of call for returning walkers in need of refreshment! In the hotel’s pleasant dining room guests of Collett’s will together enjoy a three course dinner (with wine included) six nights a week - not Wednesdays.

Planning the following days walk on the terrace, Hotel Sabocos

Hotel Sabocos, nestled high in the Spanish Pyrenees

hotel sabocos prices

Hotel Sabocos (Panticosa)		Low Season	High Season
	Half Board	£ 420	£ 450
	Bed & Breakfast	£ 380	£ 410

	Prices are per person per week and include access to all Organised Walks and information. Stays that are not 7 or 14 days can be calculated on a pro rata basis.

	Arrive Anyday – Depart Anyday.
	All Bedrooms are en suite.
	High Season – Sat 14th June to Sun 14th September.
	Half-board prices include bed, breakfast and three course dinner (with wine included) six evenings per week. Rooms are cleaned every day.

	Packed lunches are available daily and can be paid for locally.
	Bed & Breakfast and self catering guests staying are welcome to dine in - Just let us know the day before. We serve an excellent three-course dinner with wine included six evenings a week - not Wednesday.

	Supplements & Other Notes – see main Pricing Page.
	Deposit £75 per person.

Double room , Hotel Sabocos

Panticosa village centre.

Sallent de Gállego.

Walking From Panticosa

ordesa and monte perdido national park

The Ordesa canyon is a spectacular glacial valley, which is most famous for its awesome limestone cliffs, which tower over 1000m above the lush beech and pine forests which carpet the narrow valley floor. These cliffs are also home to the uniquely dramatic rock cornices known as ‘fajas’, high altitude balconies of stone formed over millions of years. Along them sensational walking routes of varying exposures cling, providing walkers at every turn with adrenalin fuelled views of the canyon and its many magnificent fairytale waterfalls.

Walking in the Pyrenees - Ordesa

The Ordesa canyon from the Faja de Pelay. .

This beautiful region is about a 40 minute drive from Panticosa and our programme of Organised Walks and Ideas and Information Files aim to offer you a tantalising choice of walks which visit both the classic highlights of the Ordesa canyon and some of the equally wonderful, more secluded parts of the National Park.

valle de tena

Panticosa lies in the glacial Valle de Tena, which is surrounded by a ring of high mountains. To the south-west and south-east, the vast limestone walls of the impressive Sierra de la Partacua and the Sierra de Tendeñera rise abruptly, whilst looming large to the north-west and north-east are the mighty granite peaks of the frontier ridge.

Consequently, the Valle de Tena boasts an entertaining mix of landscapes: from the relatively flat pasture lands of the Col du Pourtalet with its gentle meandering streams; past the striking crimson rocks of the Vértice and Pico de Anayet, both the remains of old volcanic chimneys, standing guard over the idyllic Ibones de Anayet lakes below; on to the great mountain lakes of Brazatos, Azules, Bachimaña and Respomuso and the high granite peaks and rocky cols in and around Balaïtous and the Picos del Infierno.

Whilst predominantly the domain of the mountaineer, the Sierra de Tendeñera and Sierra de la Partacua, provide spectacular backdrops to many easier walks, which traverse their lower slopes and feature gentle cols, secondary peaks and beautiful lakes, such as the enchanting green blue lakes of Sabocos and Asnos high above Panticosa and the exquisite Lake Escarra, best viewed from the Collado del Pacino.

Just ten minutes away by car is Sallent de Gállego, which nestles quietly below the looming Peña Foratata, and Baños de Panticosa. Both these villages represent the start and end of a range of scenically splendid walks along scarcely trodden paths, which enticingly disappear deep into the rugged upper valleys of the range.

Walking towards La Ripera above Panticosa.

Descending from the Cuello de Sabocos.

En route to the Respumoso Hut.

At least twice a week our organised walking programme will focus on the many routes on Panticosa’s doorstep so that during your time here you can explore the natural wonder of the Valle de Tena.

the pic du midi

The Pic du Midi d'Ossau stands just on the French side of the range and is probably the most recognisable peak in the entire Pyrenean range. From miles around you can see the distinctive twin peaks of volcanic rock, which rise dramatically above a small collection of lakes and high meadows.

We believe the best view of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau is from the Lacs d'Ayous and the Refuge d'Ayous. These feature on one of our favourite Organised Walks and we are convinced that gazing up at the towering pic from this idyllic high level location will be one of the pleasures of your holiday.

The Ibón de Anayet with the Pic du Midi d’Ossau in the distance.

The Pic du Midi is one of the classic landmarks of the Pyrenees and, with its numerous walking itineraries, it is a magnificent area to explore on foot. We do this from Panticosa on a short drive that takes you across the border at the Col du Pourtalet, where the Valle de Tena meets the Vallée d’Ossau.

ordesa and monte perdido national park

The Ordesa canyon from the Faja de Pelay. .

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