Things to do / Activities

Enjoy Éller and the Cerdanya

Discover nature, landscapes and activities to enjoy the Cerdanya from Hostal d’Éller.

Routes and excursions

Easy walk around Éller

Difficulty: suitable for all ages.
Altitude: 1,450 m.
Recommended season: all year round.

Circular route Éller – Meranges

Technical difficulty: moderate
Duration: 3 hours 22 minutes
Elevation gain: 340 m

Lake Malniu

Origin: glacial, formed during the last glaciation
Main access: from the Malniu mountain refuge
Season: all year round. In winter it can be reached with snowshoes, although the access road to the refuge is often closed

Riparian forests, black pine and Scots pine

Ideal for walking and unwinding
High mountain forests
Protected natural areas

Romanesque Route – Meranges Valley

Meranges, with its Church of Sant Serni
Olopte, with its Church of Sant Pere
Éller, with its Church of Santa Eulàlia

Rural farms

Direct contact with animals and nature for the little ones

Animal park

Animals in semi-freedom within their natural habitat. You will find native Pyrenean species such as brown bears, bison, lynx, mouflon, wild boar, chamois, deer, wolves, reindeer, fallow deer, marmots and foxes.

Mountain biking

A true paradise for mountain bike lovers
An extensive network of carefully designed routes to discover the most spectacular corners of the Cerdanya

Cross-country skiing / Snowshoeing

At 1,900 m altitude and only 16 minutes from Puigcerdà, the welcoming forest of black pine and birch allows you to enjoy high mountain landscapes with the services of the Nordic ski resort.
In winter, snowy meadows and forests are perfect for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding.

Mushroom foraging tradition

During autumn, mushroom picking is a deeply rooted activity in the Cerdanya.
Ideal for combining gentle exercise, nature and local discovery, always respecting the environment and local regulations.

Click to download the booklet of hiking routes near the hotel Routes in the Duran Valley