DESCRIPTION

I offer you my support as a professional and qualified mountain guide for this cross-border trek of between 190-205 km that goes from the Sanctuary of Queralt (Berga-Catalonia) to the Castle of Montsegur (Ariege-France) along the paths where the last Cathars of the crusade and the inquisition promoted by the Catholic Church of Rome with the help of the King of France were exiled. This path allows you to follow the footsteps of Catharism while crossing hills and valleys of great scenic beauty, as well as being a perfect combination of adventure, history, archaeology, gastronomy, etc.

ITINERARY:

The route will take place over 9-10 days, through different stages that will be adapted to each group. The stages can also be completed on skipped days (for example, weekends).

 

DIFFICULTY:

Medium/high difficulty level, where good physical condition will be required, to be able to complete long routes with high elevation (20km and 1000m of positive elevation gain).

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Below, we make a series of recommendations and a list of individual equipment that each participant should carry. If you have any questions after reading the list, you can call us or send us a WhatsApp to 649292024 or send us an email to info@marxantsdemuntanyes.cat and we will contact you immediately.

Before starting the trek, we recommend that the backpack you are carrying can be adjusted in terms of both the size of the handles and the lumbar belt. We also recommend that it does not exceed 10% of its own weight once loaded, as well as the use of telescopic poles.

The individual material that you should bring is the following:

• Mountain boots (to protect your ankles, not trial shoes)
• Socks to change once the activity is over (not cotton)
• Sufficient clothing for the “3-layer technique: waterproof, fleece and thermal shirt” (we will explain it better in the preparation process)
• Hat, glasses and sunscreen to protect us from the sun, as well as gloves and a hat in case of cold
• 30-40L backpack with a waterproof cover
• Sleeping bag or a sheet sack (the shelters have blankets)
• Towel
• Personal first aid kit (with personal medications, dressings for blisters, compresses, etc.)
• Headlamp with spare batteries
• Charged mobile phone and charger
• Canteen to carry at least 1L of water (it is not worth bringing a “camel” -plastic bag with a tube- to drink)
• Food for to spend the day (such as gels or energy bars, nuts, etc.), taking into account that we will be given a picnic in the shelters.

THE SERVICE INCLUDES:

• Planning, prior preparation and guidance of the route by a qualified guide associated with the AEGM.
• Taxi in the event of abandonment due to technical reasons to the meeting point (Expenses incurred by the client abandoning the route are NOT INCLUDED, except in the event of an accident).
• Accident and third party liability insurance.
• Explanations throughout the route.

NOT INCLUDED IN THE SERVICE:

• Individual material required for the activity (mandatory. Not bringing it will be a reason not to do the activity).
• Accommodation:  nights in a mountain refuge or lodge or stage gites with full board (breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner). We help all those who wish to contact the agencies/accommodations that manage it, depending on the designed route.
• Expenses incurred in the shelters other than those specified in the included services.
• Any service not specified as included.

The minimum group to make the trek is 5 people and is subject to evaluation by MarchantsdeMuntanyes.

The reservation is not confirmed until 100% of all payments are received/justified and the full amount will only be refunded if the activity is canceled by MarchantsdeMuntanyes

MarchantsdeMuntanyes reserve the right to modify the trek for reasons that endanger the safety of the group.

PRICE CROSSING:

Price to be confirmed/person (VAT included)

To make a reservation, send an e-mail to info@marxantsdemuntanyes.cat and we will get in touch quickly.