The trip up the Meranges valley, through the village and up the steep road to the Refuge (alt 2,138m) on the famous GR11 walking route is a most beautiful drive in the spring, summer and autumn seasons. From the Refuge, you can take a sturdy walk up a well marked path to a clear, fresh mountain lake, the Llac de Malniu, at the base of the peaks. It is outstandingly beautiful.

On your way down, visit Can Borrell in Meranges, a fine country hotel and restaurant, for lunch. Or stay a night or two in luxury – it is so quiet and peaceful when night falls; you might be one of only a handful of people in the village.