RESTORATION OF AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS IN PROTECTED AREAS IN THE ALPS AND PYRENEES

Nature for Families: The New Activities Are Here!

This summer, the LIFE RESQUE ALPYR project is launching its programme of family educational activities in the protected natural areas of the Pyrenees for the 2026 season.

We invite you to join a series of free guided outings to discover the high-mountain aquatic habitats of the Pyrenees, true ecological treasures that support remarkable biodiversity and are particularly vulnerable to environmental pressures.

These activities combine environmental education with exploration of the local landscape, offering routes suitable for all ages and designed for families to enjoy together.

  • Time: 9.00 am to 2.00 pm
  • Difficulty: Easy to moderate (between 2 and 6 km, with elevation gains of 100 to 450 m)
  • Please bring: A packed snack, water, warm clothing and sun protection
  • Free activities with compulsory advance registration

The outings take place in two exceptional protected natural areas:

Parc Nacional d’Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici

Bookings: info@salvatgines.com | +34 627 75 32 05

  • 30 July: Investiguem els estanys – Visita a l’Estanyola del Gerber

Discover the wildlife and flora of the high-mountain lakes and learn about the conservation and restoration actions being carried out through the RESQUE ALPYR project. Difficulty: Easy, suitable for the whole family.

  • 6 August: El secret dels prats de dall – Planes de Son

Learn about the natural value of traditional hay meadows and how their management helps to support biodiversity. We will also explore the conservation actions being implemented as part of the LIFE RESQUE ALPYR project. Difficulty: Easy, suitable for the whole family.

  • 13 August: Investiguem els estanys – Visita a l’Estany Frescau i Colomina

Discover the wildlife and flora of the high-mountain lakes, the main threats they face, and their ecological importance. The excursion starts from the upper station of the Vall Fosca cable car. Time: 9.30 am to 2.30 pm (free transport provided) Difficulty: Easy, recommended for children aged 12 and over.

Parc Natural de l’Alt Pirineu

Bookings: info@salvatgines.com | +34 627 75 32 05

  • 20 August: Estany de Muntanyó d’Àrreu i molleres de Clots de Rialba

At the lake, participants will learn about its natural values, observe local species, and discuss the introduction of fish and the restoration actions carried out through the project.

For those who wish, the walk can be extended to the Clots de Rialba peatlands. Although these are not part of the project area, they provide an excellent opportunity to discover peatland habitats and learn about their ecological significance. Difficulty: Moderate, recommended for children aged 12 and over.

  • 27 August: Descobrim la mollera del Pla de Boet

Explore one of the Pyrenees’ most unique and threatened ecosystems and learn about the conservation and restoration measures being implemented through the LIFE RESQUE ALPYR project. Difficulty: Easy, suitable for the whole family.

  • 5 September: Sortida familiar a la Font de la Tosca

Starting from El Fornet Refuge, this easy walk offers an opportunity to learn about the natural values of the park, its carbonated springs, and the restoration work carried out within the framework of the RESQUE ALPYR project. Difficulty: Easy, suitable for the whole family.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy nature, learn something new, and reconnect with the outdoors. Reserve your place and come and explore the lakes and wetlands of the Pyrenees with us!