Higa de Monreal

Where the rock rises above the Pamplona Basin

The Higa de Monreal rises with an unmistakable silhouette above the Pamplona Basin, like an isolated mountain that has watched over the landscape for centuries. Its limestone cliffs, visible from afar, herald a climb where the terrain becomes steeper and the path takes on a more rugged character as you ascend.

Here, the path winds through woods and open slopes before reaching the bare rock. The wind sweeps across the ridges and the light constantly transforms the mountain’s profile, creating a sense of height and vastness that accompanies the entire ascent. La Higa de Monreal retains the rugged, silent pulse of the Navarrese Pre-Pyrenees: a landscape where every step connects with an ancient, vertical and mineral landscape.

Why climb La Higa de Monreal?

La Higa de Monreal offers one of the most iconic climbs in the Navarrese Pre-Pyrenees. Its southern slope adds a distinct mountaineering character to the route, with straightforward climbs and some sections equipped with chains that bring dynamism and excitement without losing the route’s hiking spirit.

The ascent allows you to gradually move from forest to rocky terrain, always accompanied by sweeping views over the Pamplona Basin and the nearby mountain ranges. From the summit, the horizon opens out towards the Pyrenees, the Sierra de Alaiz and much of central Navarre.

Beyond the physical exertion, La Higa invites you to proceed slowly and observe how the landscape changes with altitude. It is a mountain for those who enjoy direct contact with the rock, the silence of the peaks and the sensation of conquering a terrain that becomes increasingly steep.