El Gran Facha

El Gran Facha rises to 2721 meters above sea level, forming a distinct geographical feature on the French-Spanish border within the Pyrenean mountain range.

The first documented climb to the summit occurred in summer 1874, when mountaineer Henry Russell reached the top with the guidance of Cauterets Latour.

The mountain carries multiple names across borders, including La Grande Fache in French and Cúspide de Bachimaña in Spanish, reflecting the regional linguistic diversity.

Multiple hiking paths lead to the summit from both French and Spanish territories, with access points beginning at the Wallon valley on the French side.

The mountain sits among three natural cirques - Marcadau, Piedrafita, and Bachimaña - with numerous mountain lakes, known as Ibóns, scattered around its base.

Elevation above the sea: 2,721 m

GPS coordinates: 42.81083,-0.24026

Latest update: June 10, 2025 16:46