Pont des Vasqués
- 1.2 mi
- round trip
- 1,798 ft
- climb
- 6,413 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Pont des Vasqués is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.4 miles round trip) in Occitania, France, inside Parc national des Pyrénées (Aire d'adhésion). It runs between about 5,110 ft and 6,410 ft above sea level, with roughly 250 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Barèges, about 5.5 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Le Taoulet, la Picarde and Cap de Sencours. Cascade d'Arises and cascade du garet are within about 3 miles. For camping, Bivouac possible and Camping les Rives de l'Adour are within about 6 miles. There are 2 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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