Home products books guidebooks the pyrenean haute route. Apr 07, 2009 the pyrenean highlevel route is probably the most beautiful, spectacular and challenging trek in the pyrenees. May 10, 2012 unlike the gr10 and gr11 the haute route crosses the frenchspanish border many times, exploring both sides of the mountain range and staying as close as possible to the main ridge of the pyrenees. Guidebook to the pyrenean haute route, a challenging 750km trek following. The pyrenean haute route the hrp highlevel trail by tom. Top 10 pyrenees guide books there are a range of pyrenees guide books on offer that i have used. Stretching from the atlantic ocean to the mediterranean sea, it crisscrosses the natural boundary between spain and france, staying close to its watershed throughout most of its undulating. The pyrenean haute route may well be along with the gr10 and gr11 the only long distance hike in the world where you can start with a dip in the ocean and finish with a swim in a sea. After the success of the inaugural edition of the haute route pyrenees, the details of the new route for 2014 can be revealed today with more than 80% of the course introducing new terrain and climbs to the riders compared to last year. Updated 20190712 to reflect my final setup on the eve of my hike from midjuly 2019, ill be thruhiking the haute route pyrenees. High level trail through the pyrennes best seller books most. A highlevel trail cicerone mountain walking 01 by ton joosten isbn. Read our pyrenean haute route description, browse our pyrenean haute route photos, find practical information for pyrenean haute route and join in with our trekking and hiking forums to.
Pyrenean haute route cicerone guide ton joosten pyrenean haute route cicerone guide ton joosten the 800km haute route is arguably the most spectacular and challenging longdistance trek through the pyrenees. Oct 28, 2011 the pyrenean haute route has the same starting and ending points as frances gr 10, but the hrp frequently crosses the border between france and spain to achieve the highest mountain trail. This, tons sixth guide, is about the longdistance route that he considers to be the most difficult, but also the most rewarding, walk from the atlantic to the mediterranean sea. The pyrenees high route haute route pyrenees, hrp is a long distance hiking. It is a typical village built against a steep slope. The second guide is pyrenean haute route by ton joosten, published by cicerone books. Reprinted 2012 unlike the gr10 and gr11 the haute route crosses the frenchspanish border many times, exploring both sides of the mountain range and staying as close as possible to the. Shuttle book the official shuttle from toulouse airport tls and be dropped off at the grand depart village. Hiking in finland day trips and backpacking expeditions by jouni.
Pyrenean haute route trekking guidebook cicerone press. Our first day had gone smoothly enough, however as we went to light the stove on the first evening we discovered that the camping gas canister id bought. To my mind the gr10 is the easiest of the three paths, despite the amount of climbing and the length, largely because it has existed longer and the creases have been ironed out. We are a group for sharing pictures, stories and practical information on the pyrenean haute route. The pyrenean haute route tom martens books books etc. Pyrenean haute route is one of the top walks in pyrenees, and one of the worlds best walk, treks, hikes and climbs. Guidebook to trekking the pyrenean haute route, which zigzags across the francospanish border, staying close to the main ridge in the highest and most spectacular central pyrenees. The fact that it is written in english is its indisputable advantage and therefore it is chosen by almost all foreign tourists, who hike in the pyrenees. The route ranges from bucolic valleys to rocky terrain at elevations above 6,000 feet, speckled with wildflowers, lakes, and views of jagged limestone peaks. A highlevel trail cicerone mountain walking 01 by joosten, ton isbn. In 2010 we hiked the pyrenean haute route, which follows the pyrenees mountain chain along the border between france and spain, from the atlantic in the west to the mediterranean in the east. This enabled me to buy digital maps for both the french and spanish sections of the walk and to mark the route sitting at a pc at home using the waymarks given in the latest edition of cicerones guide to the pyrenean haute route by ton joosten. The views from the village and my house are magnificent. Ayet is an excellent base for walks and cycling tours, ton joosten grew up in the netherlands, tons sixth guide, walk from the atlantic to the mediterranean sea.
Read pyrenean haute route cicerone guide ebook free. Inevitably this was one of only two days on the haute route that i got caught in a thunderstorm. Here we look at everything you need to know about of the most challenging long distance walking routes in europe, the pyrenean haute route. After some research i plumped for using viewranger on a samsung galaxy s advance. Climbers can enjoy unrivalled challenges, while walkers have endless opportunities, either on the busier french side or the wilder spanish side of the chain. I wrote a daily log which is incorporated with photos taken on the walk, a. It covers 750km with over 40km of ascent, so is suitable for experienced mountain walkers only. Unlike the gr10 and gr11 the haute route crosses the frenchspanish border many times, exploring both sides of the mountain range and staying as close as possible to the main ridge of the pyrenees. Haute route pyrenees riders roadbook 2019 by haute route.
Read pyrenean haute route cicerone guide ebook free video. The pyrenean highlevel route is probably the most beautiful, spectacular and challenging trek in the pyrenees. Oct 23, 20 the pyrenean haute route combines parts of the wellknown gr10 and gr11 trails with additional high altitude sections, creating a coasttocoast path following the main ridge of the pyrenees. There are three main trekking routes across the pyrenees from coast to coast. Plan now for a summer selfguided adventure on the chamonixzermatt haute route. Buy the pyrenean haute route the hrp highlevel trail by tom martens 9781852849818 2019 from. Haute route pyrenees, atlantic to mediterranean, summer 2010. The hrp highlevel trail 3rd revised edition by tom martens isbn. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The pyrenean haute route book the seattle public library. This trekking heaven is fully catered for with the gr10, gr11 and pyrenean haute route treks. Ayet is an excellent base for walks and cycling tours, ton. He has walked every stage of the haute route more than once, the western section of the arige. Ton has walked all stages of the gr10 through the french pyrenees, the gr11 through the spanish pyrenees and the haute route. Aug 01, 2019 there are three main trekking routes across the pyrenees from coast to coast. Map of gr 10 red, gr11 blue and hrp yellow in the pyrenees, as i walked them.
Guidebook to the pyrenean haute route, a challenging 750km trek following the high ridge of the pyrenees from the atlantic to the mediterranean. Whiteburns pocket hrp guide one of the better online guides to the hrp, and can be printed on just a few very compact sides of a4. The route is 500 miles long, with a total of about 40,000 metres of ascent achieved over read more. Unlike the gr10 and gr11, it is not waymarked and borders on.
The best routecombining the haute route pyrenees with parts of the 500plusmile gr 10lies mostly within pyrenees national park. The largely unwaymarked route is presented in 44 stages. Pyrenean haute route cicerone guide martens, tom on. In the summer of 2010 we amy and jim hiked through the pyrenees from the atlantic coast to the mediterranean coast, following the haute route pyrenees aka hrp or alta ruta or pyrenean haute route through france, spain, and andorra. The hrp is more than 800 kilometres long and walking it involves over 40,000. The new edition of cicerones guidebook to the pyrenean haute route.
The classic text is by george veron pyrenees high level route 1991 the frenchman who laid the foundations for the hardest of the coast to coast. The pyrenean haute route the hrp highlevel trail book. This is not the gr10 or gr11, but a route staying as close as possible to the watershed of the pyrenees and crossing the border many times. The third edition has been extensively revised by tom martens. Haute route pyrenees riders roadbook 2017 by haute. To my mind the gr10 is the easiest of the three paths, despite the amount of climbing and the length, largely because it has. You can now order the latest issue of the great outdoors online and get it delivered straight to your door for no extra cost. The conditions vary from year to year, but the hrp has sections of steep scrambling and snowfields and should only be attempted by those with sufficient. But for those who prefer to swap cheering crowds and roads brimming with bicycles for something more unique a private cycling adventure tour of the pyrenees and its pyrenean raid. The classic text is by george veron pyrenees high level route 1991 the frenchman who laid the foundations for the hardest of the coast to coast traverse routes but it is out of print. Stretching from the atlantic ocean to the mediterranean sea, it crisscrosses the natural boundary read more. The haute route s objective is to deliver an unparalleled professional experience for amateur cyclists. The pyrenean haute route crosses souldestroying fields of boulders, like this one on the w side of the col peyreget, near pombie difficulty.
The pyrenean haute route or hrp for haute randonnee pyreneenne is an approximately 800 km 497 mi traverse of one of europes most beautiful mountain ranges. Our route follows the classic trek across the swiss alps starting in chamonix at the base of mont blanc, western europes highest peak, and concluding in zermatt at the base of the matterhorn, the worlds most recognizable and stunningly beautiful peak. The pyrenean haute route by ton joosten, 9781852845551, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Taking the highest practical line through the pyrenees on both french and spanish sides of the main ridge, the route is 800km long. Road books for raid pyrenean, raid alpine and route des grandes alpes by simon warren. This book has detailed information on each section of the trail, as well as. A journey of about seven weeks carrying everything in my backpack, staying in refuges, gites and even camping.
The 800km unwaymarked route is described in 45 day stages. Planning is now well underway, and in this blog post id like to outline my approach to maps, route planning, and how ill handle navigation on the trail. Unlike the gr10 and gr11, it is not waymarked and borders on mountaineering at times, sticking as closely as possible to the main ridge. The 2014 haute route pyrenees course unveiled haute route. This means not only delivering first class hospitality and event management, but all the key ingredients that make up the culture and experience of professional road racing. Pyrenees and francespain crossborder routes cicerone press. Highlevel trail through the pyrenees 2nd revised edition by ton joosten isbn. The pyrenean haute route offers a unique fusion of natural, historical, culinary, libational and cultural. France hiking the french pyrenees and the gr10 switchback. Gr10, gr11 or hrp pyrenean haute route, a short guide to the differences. The pyrenean haute route combines parts of the wellknown gr10 and gr11 trails with additional high altitude sections, creating a coasttocoast path following the main ridge of the pyrenees.
A thruhike takes around 67 weeks or the route can be walked in shorter sections. A description of my trip in 2014 following the pyrenean haute route. A great way to conquer a lot of cols in a relatively short space in time is to take part in one of our cycling raids and we are pleased that for our 2017 selection of raids, simon warren has produced the road books. The pyrenean haute route pdf epub download cause of you.
Unlike the gr10 and gr11, the trek from hendaye to banyulssurmer crosses the french spanish border many times, exploring both sides of the mountain range and staying as close as possible to the main ridge of. Coronavirus status you can buy books and ebooks to plan, enjoy and dream. Highlevel trail through the pyrenees guidebook to the pyrenean haute route hrp, one of europes most beautiful and challenging walks. Read our pyrenean haute route description, browse our pyrenean haute route photos, find practical information for pyrenean haute route and join in with our trekking and hiking forums to find out why we think so. This starts from the atlantic and finishes at the mediterranean sea whilst passing through the highest and wildest parts of the pyrenees. As the crow flies the distance from the atlantic to the mediterranean is around 420km. Pyrenees high route hiking guide 2020 update ultimate.
The pyrenean haute route has the same starting and ending points as frances gr 10, but the hrp frequently crosses the border between france and spain to achieve the highest mountain trail. The pyrenean haute route cicerone press in april 2019, cicerone released a new and updated version of their hrp guidebook. The haute routes objective is to deliver an unparalleled professional experience for amateur cyclists. The pyrenean haute route or hrp for haute randonnee pyreneenne is an approximately 800 km 497 mi traverse of one of europes most. Unlike the gr10 and gr11, the trek from hendaye to banyulssurmer crosses the french spanish border many times, exploring both sides of the mountain range and staying as close as possible to the main ridge of the pyrenees. The pyrenean haute route divided into 45 days of walking, scrambling and and mountaineering now theres a challenge for your next holiday. Haute route pyrenees riders roadbook 2017 by haute route.
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