Coma Pedrosa

The tallest peak in the principality of Andorra, Coma Pedrosa, is popular among mountain climbers due to its technical simplicity, albeit strenuous ascent. The ascent from Arinsal to Camp de Refuge (650 meters) is rated moderate, while the following 862 meters are regarded as challenging. On the slopes, there are several mountain lakes and tarns, including Estanys de Baiau, which is located on the western slopes, just across the Spanish border.

Arinsal, La Massana is the closest town. Historically, the mountain protected Andorra against invasions. Today, the peak is part of the national park Parc Natural Comunal de les Valls del Comapedrosa.

The pyramid-shaped Coma Pedrosa is located on the northwestern border of France and SpaiW,,n. It has served as a border between Andorra and France in the past. Andorra's hilly landscape, which is landlocked, features 65 peaks that climb to an elevation of more than 2,000 meters (6,562 feet), with Coma Pedrosa being the highest at 2,943 meters (9,656 ft).

Its increased tourism exposure has attracted millions of visitors who come to appreciate the unique visual splendor of its hills and valleys.

The mountain's highest slopes are forested, while the lower reaches include some arable fields. During the winter months, the mountain is completely covered in snow, providing chances for skiing, mountaineering, ice climbing, and scrambling. After passing the mountain pass Baiau in the summer, the mountain provides various simple trekking routes along the Arinsal valley, covering neighboring areas of Vall Ferrera in Spain.

Pines, birch, and firs make up the forest vegetation atop the mountain and in its valleys. Many glacier lakes and extensive meadows have formed within the valley created by the mountains. The pure ambiance of the valley has been swamped with tourist resorts, hotels, restaurants, and business operations catering to tourists as a result of the popularity of skiing in and around this mountain valley near Arinsal and adjacent to the Andorra la Vella and other valleys in Andorra. This has raised awareness about the importance of preserving virgin mountains and forests, as well as putting limits on the expansion of ski resorts and urban activities, by establishing a nationwide network of parks as preserves.

Location: in Northwestern Andorra.

Elevation: 2,942 m (9,652 ft)