When we hear about Puigmal , we are told that it is one of the routes with the most visitors, but when we hear the name of the Puigmal we also get an image of one of the most emblematic peaks of Catalonia with its 2914 meters rising above sea level. Without a doubt, the person who has done it in Puigmal can never leave you indifferent, no matter how many times you do it you will not get tired of doing this summit and if you have never done it, you already have a goal and an experience that you will never forget. Puigmal is located in the Ripollès region, Eastern Pyrenees. It is at the top of the county. Although it looks like a simple mountain, you should never miss it, as there have been several people who have had an accident on this iconic mountain. The route we present below is a circular route that starts from the Fontalba pass , located at 2070 meters, from this point we will leave towards Puigmal, passing first by the top of the Dou 2471msnm, on the way at the beginning it climbs progressively, which is aggravated during the route we will enjoy the incredible views that we have at all times, once past the top of the Dou, the difference is more and more noticeable, until you reach the cradle that here begins the steepest climb to reach the Puigmal 2914msnm, the effort has been worth it, we will have an impressive panorama, We are on the roof of Ripollès! From the top of Puigmal or Puigmal d'Er we have to take the coma path of the funnel or direction Núria the descent is noticeable, at no time on the way will we be disappointed, once in Núria Enjoying the impressive lake and the Bucòlic place where it is in the sanctuary of Núria we will take a short break to gain strength, we will head towards Barraca de Gombrèn to get back to the Fontalba pass where we will finish the route. Itineraries; Coll de Fontalba-Cim de la Dou-el Bressol-Puigmal-Coma de l-Embut-Forat de l-Embut-Núria-Barraca de Gombren- Collada de Fontalba Difficulty: Moderate Slope: 1000 meters of positive gradient in 15.5 Kms
