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Vall Fosca Narrow-Gauge Railway Route
Day Hike

Vall Fosca Narrow-Gauge Railway Route

All yearMedium1/2 day200m7km

Follow the old tracks of the Estany Gento narrow-gauge railway at the head of the Vall Fosca, at an altitude of over 2,200m, discovering the lakes and glacial valleys of the Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park.

About the activity

Cable car ride up from Sallente Dam to Estany Gento. From there, we walk to Estany Tort while discovering the glacial formation of the National Park's mountains, as well as their relationship with the construction of the Capdella hydroelectric complex. On the way down, we take the trail that follows the rails of the old narrow-gauge railway, passing through several tunnels carved into the rock and admiring the views of Vall Fosca.

Narrow-gauge railway tracks at Estany Tort
Narrow-gauge railway tracks at Estany Tort
Estany Gento cable car
Estany Gento cable car
Tunnels of the Estany Gento narrow-gauge railway
Tunnels of the Estany Gento narrow-gauge railway

What's included?

  • Certified mountain guide
  • Photo report of the activity.
  • Accident insurance.
  • Cable car ticket to Estany Gento

Required gear

Hiking bootsMinimum 1L of waterSnacks during the hikeWaterproof windproof jacket

Registration process

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Payment will be made once the activity is confirmed.