Description
GR 11. Catalonia. The Pyrenees Trail
Book Summary
This guide offers the first complete route of the GR 11 from a Catalan perspective, from Cap de Creus to Benás. The author, Alfons Barceló, proposes twenty-three adaptable stages that allow you to cross the Pyrenees from end to end, traveling through Catalonia, Andorra, and the Franja de Ponent. A practical manual designed both for long-distance treks and for specific sections, which invites you to know and appreciate the landscape and the people of these regions.
What is it about?
The GR 11 is the long-distance trail that crosses the Pyrenees mountain range from east to west. Approximately half of its route runs through Catalan-speaking lands, totaling about 400 kilometers. This guide covers this entire section, from the beginning at Cap de Creus, where the mountain range emerges from the Mediterranean, to Benás, at the foot of the 3,000-meter peaks. The author breaks down the path into twenty-three stages that every hiker can adapt according to their needs, whether to complete the entire crossing or to follow specific sections. The book describes valleys, ridges, springs, lakes, and mountain huts, offering an immersive experience that connects the hiker with nature and local culture.
Main Topics
- Long-distance hiking through the Catalan Pyrenees
- Complete itinerary of the GR 11 from Cap de Creus to Benás
- Organization into flexible stages for different paces and goals
- Description of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the Pyrenean environment
- Practical resources: mountain huts, springs, towns, and points of interest
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is ideal for experienced hikers who want to undertake the complete crossing of the GR 11 in Catalonia, as well as for hikers who prefer to travel specific sections of the route. It is also useful for those looking for a practical tool to plan stages, learn about mountain huts, and discover iconic corners of the Catalan, Andorran, and Franja de Ponent Pyrenees.
What this book offers
- A specific and updated guide to the GR 11 in Catalan territory, the first with this focus.
- Flexibility to adapt the stages according to time, physical fitness, or personal interests.
- Detailed information about the terrain, services, and points of interest for each stage.
- A close and personal vision from the author, inviting you to cherish the landscape and people of the route.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Barceló Casas, Alfons
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: cat
- Topic: HIKING AND TREKKING
- Collection: SENDERS DE CATALUNYA
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: December 2009
- Number of pages: 144
- Weight: 257 g
Editorial Review
A practical and well-structured guide that meets a real need for Catalan hikers: to have a complete itinerary of the GR 11 adapted to its geographical and cultural context. Its stage flexibility and the author's approachable focus make it a useful tool for both major treks and partial outings. Recommended for anyone who wants to explore the Pyrenees in depth and with a perspective rooted in the territory.