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Pyrenees trail running - Dioni Gorla

Dioni Gorla
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The Experience

Run through the wild ridgelines of the Pyrenees alongside Dioni, moving across high mountain passes, rocky trails, and quiet alpine valleys that invite flow, awareness, and confidence on varied terrain.

Some sections we’ll run, some we’ll hike. The pace adapts to the terrain, not the other way around. Days unfold naturally: move, breathe, climb, descend, share a meal, rest, and repeat. You return home not just stronger but more connected to your body, the landscape, and the quiet confidence that comes from moving through mountains together..

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Trip Details
Dates
October 5 - 12, 2026
Duration
8 days
Group Size
12–14 participants
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Availability
All accommodation
All meals (Day 1 dinner - Day 8 breakfast)
Ground transportation
Professional guide services
Group safety equipment
Permits & fees
Not Included
International flights
Travel insurance
Personal gear
Alcohol
Day by Day
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Day
1
Arrival to Barcelona & transfer

We meet in Barcelona and transfer into the heart of the Pyrenees, arriving in the mountain village of Espot. The shift is immediate, city energy fades, alpine air takes over. After a briefing and gear check, we head out for a shake-out run through pine forests to loosen the legs and begin settling into mountain rhythm.

Recovery
Unique hotel
Day
2
The Heart of Aigüestortes (Espot – Vielha)

Today we move into high granite terrain, weaving between glacial lakes and sharp ridgelines beneath the iconic Encantats peaks. This is technical, wild Pyrenees running at its finest. The descent into Val d’Aran rewards focus and flow, a day that feels adventurous, expansive, and deeply alpine.

Activity
Distance: 13-16 km | Elevation: +500m / -1100m
Recovery
Unique hotel
Day
3
The High Pass to Llauset (Vielha – Refugio Cap de Llauset)

We climb toward one of the most modern and unique refuges in the range, moving light and agile through high-altitude terrain. The landscape opens. The air thins. Every step becomes deliberate. And then, 3,000 meters. Above 3,000 meters, surrounded by 360° views, you don’t just see the Pyrenees, you feel their scale. Vast. Raw. Unforgettable.

Activity
Distance: 10-15 km| Elevation: +870m / -1050m
Recovery
High-Altitude Mountain Refugio
Day
4
Crossing into Benasque (Llauset – Benasque)

A spectacular traverse leads us from rugged high passes into the lush Benasque Valley. Terrain shifts constantly, scree, meadows, forest, demanding adaptability and confidence. We finish at the historic Hospital de Benasque, where mountain comfort meets centuries of alpine stories.

Activity
Distance: 14-18 km | Elevation: +600m / -1600m
Recovery
Unique hotel
Day
5
Active Recovery Day

Recovery is part of performance. Today we slow down with a guided yoga and meditation session designed to release tired legs and reset the mind. We’ll also hike to hidden waterfalls in the valley, moving gently and intentionally. This isn’t a break from the journey, it’s what prepares us for what’s next.

Recovery
Unique hotel
Day
6
The Transition to Ordesa (Benasque – Buerba)

A flowing run along the valley floor offers a different rhythm, steady, smooth, expansive. The terrain invites movement without pressure. In the afternoon,we'll have a exclusive tasting session featuring artisanal mountain cheeses and exceptional regional wines, allowing you to savor the unique terroir of the valleys we traverse. We transfer west to Buerba, a quiet stone village overlooking Ordesa, the perfect setting before our grand finale.

Activity
Distance: 17 km | Elevation: +170m / -800m
Recovery
Beautiful traditional Casa Rural
Day
7
The Grand Finale – Ordesa Canyon (Buerba – Torla – Buerba)

We climb the legendary Senda de los Cazadores, gaining height before traversing high above the canyon floor along the Faja de Pelay. With Monte Perdido towering above and the “Cola de Caballo” waterfall ahead, this final run is bold, dramatic, and unforgettable. In the evening, we come together to celebrate the week by finishing and cooking a traditional paella as a group, alongside local Pyrenean dishes, sharing stories, laughter, and one last meaningful moment before heading home.

Activity
Distance: 18 km | Elevation: +/- 720m
Recovery
Beautiful traditional Casa Rural
Day
8
Departure (Buerba – Barcelona)

After breakfast, we transfer back to Barcelona carrying tired legs, clear minds, and the quiet confidence that only comes from crossing mountains together.

1
Arrival to Barcelona & transfer
We meet in Barcelona and transfer into the heart of the Pyrenees, arriving in the mountain village of Espot. The shift is immediate, city energy fades, alpine air takes over. After a briefing and gear check, we head out for a shake-out run through pine forests to loosen the legs and begin settling into mountain rhythm.
2
The Heart of Aigüestortes (Espot – Vielha)
Today we move into high granite terrain, weaving between glacial lakes and sharp ridgelines beneath the iconic Encantats peaks. This is technical, wild Pyrenees running at its finest. The descent into Val d’Aran rewards focus and flow, a day that feels adventurous, expansive, and deeply alpine.
3
The High Pass to Llauset (Vielha – Refugio Cap de Llauset)
We climb toward one of the most modern and unique refuges in the range, moving light and agile through high-altitude terrain. The landscape opens. The air thins. Every step becomes deliberate. And then, 3,000 meters. Above 3,000 meters, surrounded by 360° views, you don’t just see the Pyrenees, you feel their scale. Vast. Raw. Unforgettable.
4
Crossing into Benasque (Llauset – Benasque)
A spectacular traverse leads us from rugged high passes into the lush Benasque Valley. Terrain shifts constantly, scree, meadows, forest, demanding adaptability and confidence. We finish at the historic Hospital de Benasque, where mountain comfort meets centuries of alpine stories.
5
Active Recovery Day
Recovery is part of performance. Today we slow down with a guided yoga and meditation session designed to release tired legs and reset the mind. We’ll also hike to hidden waterfalls in the valley, moving gently and intentionally. This isn’t a break from the journey, it’s what prepares us for what’s next.
6
The Transition to Ordesa (Benasque – Buerba)
A flowing run along the valley floor offers a different rhythm, steady, smooth, expansive. The terrain invites movement without pressure. In the afternoon,we'll have a exclusive tasting session featuring artisanal mountain cheeses and exceptional regional wines, allowing you to savor the unique terroir of the valleys we traverse. We transfer west to Buerba, a quiet stone village overlooking Ordesa, the perfect setting before our grand finale.
7
The Grand Finale – Ordesa Canyon (Buerba – Torla – Buerba)
We climb the legendary Senda de los Cazadores, gaining height before traversing high above the canyon floor along the Faja de Pelay. With Monte Perdido towering above and the “Cola de Caballo” waterfall ahead, this final run is bold, dramatic, and unforgettable. In the evening, we come together to celebrate the week by finishing and cooking a traditional paella as a group, alongside local Pyrenean dishes, sharing stories, laughter, and one last meaningful moment before heading home.
8
Departure (Buerba – Barcelona)
After breakfast, we transfer back to Barcelona carrying tired legs, clear minds, and the quiet confidence that only comes from crossing mountains together.

This isn't first come, first served.

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