Puig d'Ombriaga

Puig d'Ombriaga, also called Pic de l'Esquena d'Ase, is a mountain summit standing at 2163 meters in the eastern Pyrenees. The peak features a broad, open summit area with wide views across the surrounding valleys and ridges.

The summit served as a natural boundary marker between France and Spain for centuries, helping travelers navigate across the Pyrenees. Its position on the ridge made it a key landmark for people crossing mountain passes in the region.

Local herders continue to graze livestock on the surrounding meadows, maintaining pastoral practices that shape how the landscape looks today. This long-standing way of life remains visible in how the land is managed and used in the area.

Hiking trails to the summit start from the Esquena d'Ase parking area in the valley below. The paths are marked and lead visitors through alpine meadows and along open ridges on the way up.

The mountain stands right on the border between France and Spain, so the summit offers views into both countries. This border location gives hikers a sense of standing where two nations meet.