Estanys de Tristaina (Low level Circuit)

A short high level circular walk through stunning mountain and lake scenery. Lots of places to stop and picnic and admire the views. Mostly good well defined paths.

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The grade of this walk is M/B, which means
M – Moderate: up to 12km in length, less than 400 metres ascent and less than 50% rough going.
B – Less than half the route on rough ground

Nearest town	Ordino
Directions to start	From Ordino take the CS 380 (also numbered CG-3) for 21km (34 minutes) to Car park at upper Ordino-Arcalis ski station. In high summer (July/August) you will have to ride up on cable car if road is closed at lower ski station.
Start point (Lat/Long)	42.632050, 1.482030 Click here to view in Google Maps (in a new browser tab)
Length (km)	4.20
Ascent (metres)	210
Walking time (hours)	1.66
Total time (hours)	2.5
Recommendations or Restrictions	If cable car is in operation fare is 12 Euro. Restaurant is normally open but more choice and cheaper prices will be found at El Sellat. The walk is quite high (2300m +). Allow extra time if you are not used to altitude.