How to drive the unpaved road to Refugi Les Portelles in Ordino?

Refugi Les Portelles is a high mountain refuge and restaurant at an elevation of 2.568m (8,425ft) above sea level, in the parish of Ordino, Andorra. It's one of the highest roads in the country.

Refugi Les Portelles

Where is Refugi Les Portelles?

Located south of Port de Rat, in the northern part of the country, near the French border, it’s said to be the highest restaurant of the country.

Is the road to Refugi Les Portelles unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s a chairlift access trail known as Cami del Refugi de les Portelles. A 4x4 vehicle is required.

How long is the road to Refugi Les Portelles?

Starting from Estació d'Esquí Ordino Arcalís, the road to the summit is 5.8 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 567 m and the average gradient is 9.77%.

Is the road to Refugi Les Portelles open year-round?

Set high in the Pyrenees mountain range, the road is totally impassable in winters.
Pic&Video: JOSEPH MICHAVILA

 

 

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