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Posts tagged with: Pyrenees

When Mountain Forecasts Get It Wrong and Gas Stoves Quit

Published on 01-07-2026 by El Perro Negro
Three day mountain trek turns chaotic when weather forecasts promise light drizzle but deliver thunderstorms and hail. A hiking adventure, pink camouflage tents, no coffee and running for the car

A Week of Classic Day Hikes with the Nomad Walking group in the Pyrenees, Val de Tena

Published on 29-06-2026 by El Perro Negro
A week with The Nomads hiking classic Pyrenees routes from our Panticosa base – Punta del Pacino, Bachimaña Alto, Refugio Respomuso, Refuge Pombie in France, and Ibón de Piedrafita. Includes wildlife sightings, minor navigational mishaps, and zero mountain heroics.

4 Days Trekking in the Central Pyrenees, June 2026

Published on 25-06-2026 by El Perro Negro
Exploring high lakes around Ibon de Arriel, negotiating stormy weather, making questionable stealth camping decisions and learning when to retreat, all while trying to hide our bright pink tent

Backpacking in the Pyrenees

Published on 20-06-2025 by El Perro Negro
Our walking and backpacking trip to the Pyrenees to do the "3000 Ibones", including a road trip back home

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