Pyrenees hiking via Serra De Montgrony from Toses to Planoles

About Toses to Planoles via Serra De Montgrony

Serra de Montgrony, Sierra de Montgrony Is a mountain ridgeline in the Parc Natural del Cadí Moixeró in the Ripollés region of the Pyrenees mountains. The Sierra de Montgrony runs from the towns of Ribes de Freser, Toses, Planoles and on to Alp via the La Molina Ski zone.

This 13km MEDIUM or MEDIUM-HARD walking route starts at Renfe Toses Railway station on the R3 Rodalies line and terminates at Planoles Renfe one stop nearer to Barcelona along the same R3 roadalies railway line.

This route provides spectacular views of the high pirineo mountain tops and ski resorts. A MEDIUM level of fitness is required. Also sturdy and grippy hiking boots are also required as the path down off the mountain is steep and in some places slippery.

The route passes via multiple viewpoints: Serrat de Paravent, hammer Stone monument Pedra picada, La Emperadora, Costa Pubilla, Tossal Meians and Tossal Meians bunker

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Visiting Toses to Planoles via Serra De Montgrony

Allow 7-9 hours to complete the route.

I recommend carrying 2-3 litres of water for these routes.

At Toses Renfe station you will find that the station building is now a small hostel (Hostal Estació Toses) with restaurant bar.

5 minutes walk from Planoles you will find the Planoles Xanascat Hostel and next to Planoles station is La Cantina de Planoles, a small restaurant.

Time management is required to ensure arrival at Planoles before the last train.

Note: In the summer there will be no snow on this route but in winter the summits may have snow. Normally between January and March there is Snow in the high (2000m) Pyrenees summits.

Tosas Station Hostal Planoles Xanascat Hostel

What to take with you for Toses to Planoles via Serra De Montgrony

I pack for wind and rain when doing this hike because it is in the high Pyrenees mountains.

I recommend 2-3 litres of water because there is nowhere to top up water bottles along the route.

If doing this as a winter hike, I recommend crampons for added traction on any snow or ice.

Small 30L Hiking Rucksack

Includes high visibility fog and rain waterproof cover in zip compartment at bottom of rucksack.

Gore-Tex Hiking boots

I prefer ankle high boots on mountain trails for the ankle support and increased stability over rocky trails.

Full length Running leggings

For running in the hills around Barcelona or as a base layer for high mountain trails.

Compact First Aid Kit

Small lightweight first aid kit

Phone Case for watersports

IPX8 waterproof floating and submersible case & Lanyard. Permits photos and touchscreen use.

warm Wool socks

With toe and heel reinforcements that give good padding.

Convertible Trousers

Lightweight convertible trousers that zip down to shorts

Base layer short sleve

Thermal short sleve skin tight top

Mid layer Top

Light weight cotton quick dry T-shirt

Fleece jacket or Jersey

Light weight warm fleece

Windproof & Waterproof shell

Waterproof jacket and windbreaker

warm winter gloves

For snow activities and winter hiking

Crampons for Snow & Ice

When hiking in the Pyrenees and high mountains in winter I use Crampons for added traction on snow and ice patches.

Snowshoes Raquetas de nieve

For walking over snow covered mountains.

Adjustable Ski Poles

For Cross country skiing and Snow shoe hiking

Summary of Prices

Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Train/Bus Fare Entry Ticket Additional Information Adult € 21.00 FREE Child € 21.00 FREE Group/Family Ticket? Consult Renfe Rodalies website for child fares.Notes Walk is free, Return train tickets costs 21.00 Euros.