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Aniés - Rasal

ModerateAragon · Spain

GPX
Distance
11.3 km (7.0 mi)
Elevation gain
737 m (2,418 ft)
Typical time
3 hr 28 min
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Point to point
Highest point
1,419 m (4,656 ft)

About Aniés - Rasal

Aniés - Rasal is a 11.3 km hiking route in Aragon, Spain. It climbs roughly 737 m (2,418 ft) along the way, topping out at 1,419 m (4,656 ft). Most people take around 3 hr 28 min at a comfortable pace, plus stops. The effort is honest but manageable, and the hardest section is over quickly.

This is mountain terrain, and the scale of the surroundings is the reason to come.

It runs point to point, so arrange transport at the far end or plan a return leg before you set off. The route is waymarked and marked on the ground with its own symbol, so navigation is straightforward in good visibility.

Spring through autumn is the natural window, and shoulder season means fewer people on the narrow sections. The nearest town of any size is Huesca, about 26.2 km away, which is where most people base themselves.

In short, Aniés - Rasal suits regular walkers who want a full day without technical ground. Dog access is not formally recorded here, so check locally before bringing one.

Route map

Moderate11.3 km737 m1,419 m

Route line from OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL. View the source relation

Elevation

Elevation profile

Ascent
+737 m
Descent
−666 m
High
1,419 m (4,656 ft)
Low
689 m (2,260 ft)
601 m828 m1054 m1280 m1507 m0.0 km2.8 km5.5 km8.3 km11 km

The route in detail

The route is normally walked in the direction described below. The first third does most of the climbing, so settle into a slow rhythm early rather than trying to hold a flat-ground pace. The steepest pitch runs at roughly 53 percent, short but enough to slow most people to a crawl. The upper section is where the route earns its reputation, and it is also where weather changes fastest. Because the finish is away from the start, check return transport before committing to the second half.

Highlights

  • High point of 1,419 m (4,656 ft)
  • Waymarked route
  • Mountain
  • Waymarked and signposted

Know before you go

Best season
April to October
Waymarked
Yes, signed on the ground
Surface
Mixed natural surface
Dogs
Not recorded, check locally
Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Entrance fee
No fee recorded
Camping
Not recorded
Drinking water
Carry your own
Toilets
Not recorded
Mobile coverage
Generally usable
Parking
Park at the trailhead, arrive early in high season
Emergency
112 in Europe, 911 in North America

How this trail scores

Computed from distance, ascent, terrain features, surface and access data.

Scenery
60/100

Terrain features, relief and photographic interest

Adventure
46/100

Distance, ascent and how wild the ground is

Difficulty
45/100

Effort index from distance and climbing

Accessibility
40/100

Surface, gradient and ease of reaching it

Family
22/100

Suitability for children who already walk

Dogs
62/100

Access rules, terrain and water along the way

Tips from the trail

  • Early morning and late afternoon give the best light and the quietest paths.
  • Aim for april to october for the most reliable conditions.
  • Leave nothing behind, including fruit peel, and stay on the marked line to protect the ground either side.

Warnings

  • Some sections are steep enough to be awkward in the wet, particularly on the way down.
  • Outside the main season expect snow, ice or closed access on the higher sections.

Safety

Emergency services in Spain are reached on 112. Tell someone your route and expected finish time before you set off, particularly if you are walking alone. Mobile coverage is generally usable along this route, but do not rely on it as your only plan. If the weather deteriorates, descending the way you came is almost always the safer option.

What to bring

  • Comfortable, broken-in hiking shoes or boots
  • Weatherproof jacket
  • At least 1.5 litres of water
  • Trekking poles for the descent
  • Sun hat, sunglasses and high-factor sun cream
  • Small first aid kit including blister plasters

Photography

Shoot the first hour after sunrise from the higher ground: the low angle picks out every ridge and the valleys still hold mist. Take the shot on the way out. Conditions rarely improve by the time you come back past. A wide lens captures the scale, but a short telephoto is what turns a good view into a photograph.

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