PAS DE L'ESPORT, SLU

Envalira 22 Km

Counts towards the UTMB Index, awards 1 ITRA point, and is part of the Multisegur Assegurances Andorra Mountain Racing Cup in the O19 category and U20, O40, and O50 subcategories.

The Envalira is a race designed for high-level runners. Its high level of difficulty allows the most experienced runners to take on a significant challenge in trail running at the highest altitude in Andorra. The most attractive points will be the ascent of Pic Maià and Coll Blanc, as well as the crossing of a large part of the eastern valley, which will make your experience unique.

The route

We will start from the church square in Pas de la Casa and head towards the ski slopes. This is where we will begin the ascent to the Envalira Pass, the highest pass in the Pyrenees at 2,409 meters above sea level. At this point, we will cross the road to continue climbing to the summit of Pic Maià. Once at the top, we will enjoy wild mountains and incredible landscapes.

We will begin the descent via a small path, then via the GRP trail until we reach the village of Bordes d'Envalira. Here, we will cross the road again to reach the Pla de les Pedres chairlift, where we will find the first refreshment stop.

We will recharge our batteries, as we will climb again, first via the Solanelles trail, then via the GRP trail. We will arrive at the first lake in Pessons, where we will begin the descent to Grau Roig. This is where the second refreshment station is located, and we will need to fill up on water and food, as a long climb awaits us.

We will start by climbing the Pastora trail, then turn right to continue the ascent to Coll Blanc, where we will find the last refreshment station.

Once we reach the top, we will begin the descent via the Llac trail, a mountain path that will take us through an area rich in flora and fauna in the Principality of Andorra. At the end of the trail, we will turn right towards the Isards trail, where we will make one last effort to climb up to an old hut. Here, we will enjoy a mountain landscape that is unique in the Pyrenees. We will also begin the descent. First via the Coll dels Isards path, then via the Estany de les Abelletes path, until we reach the church square, thus completing an epic adventure!

Envalira 22 Km