Cavalls del Vent Hike
STARTING POINT
La Molina
FINISH POINT
La Molina
DURATION
8 days / 7 nights
SEASON
From July to September
TECHNICAL LEVEL
FITNESS LEVEL
TOUR TYPE
Hut-to-Hut
PRICE
From 1295€/person
- Experience the varied landscapes of the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, from Mediterranean woods to alpine meadows
- Trek through a circuit of eight charming mountain huts, each with its unique character and history
- Enjoy the culinary delights of mountain cuisine, from hearty soups to traditional rice dishes
- Experience breathtaking views from Niu de l’Àliga, the highest wardened hut in the Pyrenees
- Join with the historic Route of the Cathars, a long-distance path rich in cultural heritage
- Discover the diverse wildlife in the park, from golden eagles and black woodpeckers
Self-guided
INCLUDED IN PRICE
Guided
INCLUDED IN PRICE
What to Bring to the Tour
Weave through the stunning landscapes of Catalonia's Cavalls del Vent or 'Horses of the Wind.' This famed circuit links eight rustic mountain huts within the breathtaking Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park, sprawling across the Berguedà and Cerdanya counties.
Encompassing over 80 kilometers of trails, you'll traverse a rich tapestry of Mediterranean forests, expansive meadows, and rugged mountains, each offering a unique vista and challenge.
You'll be captivated by the shifting scenery, from the serene Bastareny River valley to the lofty heights of Niu de l’Àliga. Along the way, the path is dotted with picturesque huts, each a welcoming haven offering basic amenities and the simple pleasures of mountain cuisine.
The Cavalls del Vent is a moderately challenging trek, suitable for a wide range of hikers. While the route isn't technically demanding, it includes sections with significant elevation changes and longer distances.
As the journey is circular, it offers flexibility to tailor the experience to your fitness level. However, do note that luggage transfer is not an option on this self-sufficient adventure.
Our commitment to you extends beyond the trail. We ensure a seamless experience by booking all huts along your journey, providing round-the-clock support, GPS navigation, and an in-depth digital guidebook about Cavalls del Vent. This comprehensive preparation allows you to immerse fully in the adventure, with the comfort of knowing every detail is taken care of.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of course. We aim to make your decision as easy as possible. Therefore, we crafted several selections targeted at particular groups of hikers – Best for Beginners, Best for Advanced Hikers, Mountain Hikes, Pilgrimages, Classic Treks, etc.
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Number of people
A fantastic 3 day self guided Hut to Hut hike around Triglav National Park in Slovenia. We experienced a full range of weather which made it an unforgettable trip. The organisation and back up support with GPS maps etc was excellent. Hut staff were friendly and very happy to give advice and suggestions on the routes and directions. Would recommend.
My friend and I went with Triglav Tours for a 3 day, 2 night hike this summer and had the most amazing time!! Our guide, Bine, was awesome and had lots of cool facts to share about the area we were hiking. Additionally, my friend and I had not completed such a technical hike before and the guide and other guests were very patient with us and encouraging, ensuring we felt safe the entire time. The overnights were also such a fun way to get to know Bine, the other guests, and other hikers as well. Cannot recommend Triglav tours enough!!!
I arranged a six-day/five-night trip with Hut to Hut Slovenia. It's the first time I've gone with a tour organizer and I can say it went really well. In the past I've arranged huts myself and it is a huge hassle figuring out how to make the bookings, if the bookings actually exist, and what good/viable routes might be. Having this all sort was, at least to me, totally worth it. The routing is via Ride with GPS, which was great. I'd recommend bringing 1:25,000 scale paper maps as a backup, just in case. The huts themselves differ wildly. Some are really rustic with, ahem, interesting toilet facilities. One was accessible by road and thus had showers, a long menu, and even espresso. All will have some sort of food, but you might only have two options for dinner (one with meat, one vegetarian). The cuisine in the Slovenian huts leans strongly to stews and goulashes with minimal fresh vegetables and/or fruit. Certainly good and hearty but pretty much everyone I talked to said the food was better in the Italian and Austrian huts. Some huts are cash only, some take cards (but the card reader might be down). A 1.5 litre bottle of water is about 6 euro, so if you have a beer with dinner and also buy lunch you need to carry about 25-30 euro per day in cash (assuming you have a booking that includes breakfast). Of the six days of hiking, four were ridiculously spectacular, with the highlight being sunrise from Mt Stol. Getting up to the high mountains, though, can be crazy steep, with switchbacks only sparsely used. Descents are similarly tough, and you have to watch every step. For the first time ever I used trekking poles and my knees thank me. Two days were a bit of a slog, but this is probably unavoidable getting up to or down from the high terrain. Would I do something like this again? Yes, absolutely! But next time it will probably be the Dolomites.
We had a lovely hike today with our guide Klemen. He personalized the tour on our needs and interests, so that we saw places we wouldn't without his experience. The hike was a little bit slippery after the rain from the last days and it went a lot upwards, but it was totally worth it! Thanks again :)
Join a Group
Don’t want to hit the trails by yourself? No problem! We’ll find you a group of like-minded hikers and handle all the logistics. Guided by our experienced leader, you'll enjoy a stress-free journey focused on what truly matters – soaking in the trails, meeting new people and making unforgettable memories.
Private Guided Group
Get together a group of your hiking buddies and leave the rest to us! All you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy a tour built around your group’s preferences. With an experienced guide accompanying you every step of the way, you’ll get the most out of your hike without having to stress about the details.
Self-Guided
On a self-guided tour, you explore a destination independently, following a pre-planned route and itinerary without a guide but with all necessary information and accommodation bookings provided in advance.