Estany de Malniu

Located at 2250 meters elevation in the Tova Valley, Estany de Malniu spans 404 meters in length and 233 meters in width with granite borders.

The lake emerged approximately 20,000 years ago through glacial action during the last Ice Age, forming a natural basin in the Pyrenees mountains.

The lake sits within a protected area that preserves native species including red frogs and common trout, representing local mountain ecosystems.

Access requires a 40-minute walk from Malniu Refuge parking lot, with a daily vehicle fee of 3 euros for entering the protected area.

The surrounding landscape features old black pine forests and acidic meadows, creating specific biological and chemical dynamics in the water system.

Location: Meranges

Elevation above the sea: 2,250 m

Length: 404 m

Width: 233 m

Made from material: granite

GPS coordinates: 42.47220,1.79150

Latest update: April 14, 2025 11:38