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Parc Natural de les Capçaleres del Ter i del Freser

General information:

The Capçaleres del Ter i del Freser Natural Park


The Capçaleres del Ter i del Freser Natural Park is a protected area located in the eastern Pyrenees of Catalonia, within the Ripollès region. Covering over 14,000 hectares, the park encompasses the high mountain areas where the Ter and Freser rivers originate, offering a breathtaking landscape of peaks, glacial valleys, and alpine meadows.



Main Features:




  • Geography and Landscape: The park is characterized by its rugged terrain, featuring iconic peaks such as Pic de Bastiments (2,881 m), Puigmal (2,913 m), and Gra de Fajol (2,714 m). It also includes deep valleys like the Vall de Núria and Coma de Vaca Valley, as well as glacial lakes, such as Carançà and Ulldeter.




  • Biodiversity: The park’s high mountain environment is home to species adapted to harsh climates, including marmots, chamois (isards), bearded vultures (trencalòs), and golden eagles. The flora includes rhododendrons (nerets), black pines, alpine meadows, and endemic Pyrenean plants.




  • Historical and Cultural Heritage: The area holds great historical significance, with remnants of traditional grazing lands, shepherds' huts, and old mines. A key landmark is the Sanctuary of Núria, a spiritual and cultural center located at 2,000 meters above sea level.




  • Activities and Tourism: The park is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking, climbing, mountaineering, and ski touring. Popular trails include the Three Refuges Trek, the Puigmal ascent, and the route to Ulldeter, the source of the Ter River. In winter, the area is perfect for snowshoeing and ski touring.




Key Points of Interest:



  • Vall de Núria, featuring the sanctuary and mountain resort.

  • Peaks such as Puigmal, Bastiments, and Gra de Fajol.

  • Ulldeter Refuge, set in a spectacular mountain landscape.

  • Carançà Lakes, offering stunning high-mountain scenery.



Access:

How to Get to the Capçaleres del Ter i del Freser Natural Park from Vic


By Car:




  1. Route to Setcases and Vallter 2000:




    • From Vic, take the C-17 road towards Ripoll.

    • In Ripoll, take the C-26 road towards Sant Joan de les Abadesses.

    • Then, merge onto the C-38 road towards Camprodon.

    • Once in Camprodon, follow the signs to Setcases via the GIV-5264 road.

    • From Setcases, continue on the road until you reach Vallter 2000 ski resort, which is located within the park.




  2. Route to Queralbs and Vall de Núria:




    • From Vic, take the C-17 road towards Ripoll.

    • In Ripoll, continue on the N-260 road to Ribes de Freser.

    • From Ribes de Freser, follow the GIV-5217 road to Queralbs.

    • In Queralbs, you can take the rack railway (Cremallera de Núria), which will take you to Vall de Núria, located within the park.




By Public Transport:




  1. Train and Rack Railway:




    • From Vic, take a Rodalies de Catalunya train (R3 line) towards Ripoll or Puigcerdà.

    • Get off at Ribes de Freser station.

    • From Ribes de Freser, take the Cremallera de Núria rack railway, which will bring you to Vall de Núria, at the heart of the park.




  2. Bus:




    • Check the bus routes that connect Vic with Ribes de Freser, Queralbs, or Camprodon.

    • From these towns, you can access the park using other transport options or on foot.




Tip: Always check public transport schedules before planning your visit, as they may vary depending on the day of the week and season.



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