Encamp - Coll de Beixalís - Vila – Encamp

Discover this 12 km circular route with 580 m of accumulated elevation gain, starting and ending at the Encamp Tourist Office. Ideal for mountain and adventure lovers, this itinerary combines asphalt sections with forest descents, offering spectacular views of the parish.

We begin the route from the Encamp Tourist Office in an urban setting, descending along the road until reaching the starting point of the climb to Vila (Coll de Beixalís). In this initial section, we recommend exercising caution and following basic traffic rules.

The ascent takes us to the summit of Coll de Beixalís, located at an altitude of 1,795 m. This fully paved climb passes through the picturesque village of Vila and offers the opportunity to visit historical landmarks such as the Church of Sant Marc and Santa Maria and the Church of Sant Romà de Vila—two examples of Encamp's cultural heritage.

Upon reaching the summit, you will find connections to other routes leading to the parishes of La Massana and Ordino. To continue on our marked route, we descend along the same road until we find a signposted forest entrance on the right.

This descent takes place entirely through the forest, including some technical sections, though none are dangerous. It is classified as a red trail, meaning an advanced skill level is required.

At this point, the route offers two options. The route we are following continues to the left, and there are only a few more meters through the forest before connecting with the road that will take us back to Encamp.

If you have not found the route technically challenging so far, we recommend taking the other path, which continues along the Espeluga trail. This trail offers spectacular views of Encamp and includes a couple of rocky sections that are slightly more technical than the previous parts, where extra caution is required. These points are clearly marked.

Both options eventually lead back to the Beixalís road, which takes us through the village of Vila and back to the Encamp Tourist Office, where this exciting circular route concludes.

This experience is a fantastic opportunity to discover the natural landscapes and historical heritage of the parish of Encamp, enjoying a varied and adventurous journey.

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