Highlights
- Discover the majestic Pyrenees Mountains
- Make friends from all over the world
- Have fun practicing your favourite outdoor sports
- Live unforgettable lifelong learning experiences
Overview
Pyrene Summer Camp is much more than a summer camp: it is a transformative experience of coexistence, adventure, and learning in the heart of the Pyrenees. Designed for young people aged 7 to 17, our camp offers a safe and natural environment where participants discover their potential through physical activity, group life, and direct contact with nature.
The activities are designed to foster autonomy, responsibility, creativity, and teamwork. Through adventures such as mountain biking, horseback riding, canyoning, or hiking trips, young people overcome challenges and gain confidence while developing personal and social skills.
One of the great unique aspects of our project is the natural language immersion in English, thanks to the presence of native instructors and real international coexistence. It’s not about attending classes but living in English as a vehicle language during games, meals, and excursions.
At Pyrene Summer Camp, we focus on active and respectful education, guided by a passionate and trained team of instructors with a strong educational vocation. Our goal is not only to entertain but to educate from the heart, in contact with nature, and with values such as respect, effort, sustainability, and simplicity.
This unique and coherent approach is what makes many families trust us year after year.
Minairons (7 to 10 years old)
Designed for younger children, Minairons is a camp for those who want to discover adventure in a safe and controlled environment. Activities include outdoor games, creative activities, and age-appropriate sports. It’s a perfect introduction to nature and sport, with a focus on learning and fun.
Aventura Junior (10 to 12 years old)
This camp is ideal for younger children who want to experience adventure, but with gentler activities adapted to their level. Aventura Junior combines activities such as hiking, group games, and an introduction to canyoning, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.
Bold Adventure (12 to 14 years old)
Bold Adventure is designed for young people seeking a more intense experience. Activities include challenges like mountain biking, canyoning, and adventure routes in the mountains, all set in an incredible natural environment. Participants will learn to work in teams and overcome physical and personal challenges in an exciting and safe atmosphere.
Wild Adventure (14 to 17 years old)
Perfect for the most adventurous, Wild Adventure takes participants into the wild nature, where they engage in activities like mountain trekking, mountain biking, and canyoning. Autonomy, group coexistence, and respect for the natural environment are encouraged while participants challenge themselves to overcome new and thrilling situations.
Bike Camp (10 to 17 years old)
For bike lovers, Bike Camp offers an intensive mountain biking program, with guided trips along the Pyrenees trails. Young people improve their technical skills and enjoy the freedom of the mountains in a safe environment. The camp is designed for all levels, from beginners to more experienced cyclists.
Travessa (13 to 18 years old)
This camp focuses on long hikes through the stunning mountain landscapes of the Pyrenees. Participants work as a team to complete multi-day treks, engaging in activities like orienteering and map reading, while enjoying nature and learning to manage their resources and time in adventure situations.
Equitació (10 to 17 years old)
For horse lovers, the Equitació camp offers the opportunity to connect with animals and learn the basic techniques of equine discipline. Participants take horse riding lessons, along with activities related to the care and handling of horses, all in a peaceful and natural setting.
7-17 yo
From 22nd June to 2nd august
1 week
From $559
English
Max 130 campers
Co-Education
Shared
Activities
Minairons
A first contact with nature and life in camps.
Activities:
– Cooperative and adventure games
– Short hikes and environmental discovery
– Crafts and creative activities
– Bivouacs (sleeping outdoors in sleeping bags) in safe environments
– Introduction to orienteering and nature awareness
Aventura Junior
Designed for beginners to adventure with safe and engaging activities.
Activities:
– Hiking routes
– Trust and team-building games
– Mountain biking (beginner level)
– Gentle canyoneering or swimming in pools
– Nature workshops and basic orienteering
Bold Adventure
A camp for young people who want to explore, grow, and overcome physical challenges in a natural and safe environment.
Activities:
– One-day hiking routes to discover high-mountain environments
– Mountain biking on trails and paths
– Intermediate-level canyoneering
– Trust games, leadership activities, and team cohesion
– Basic orienteering and nature workshops
– Night activities
Wild Adventure
For young adventurers seeking real challenges, autonomy, and deep immersion in nature.
Activities:
– 2-day trek with overnight stays and self-sufficiency
– Mountain biking on more technical trails
– Intermediate-level canyoneering (same level as Bold)
– Orienteering with maps and compass
– Bivouacs, night games, and group dynamics
– Spaces for reflection, leadership, and coexistence
Bike Camp by Orbea
Specialized in mountain biking for young enthusiasts.
Activities:
– Daily bike rides on trails and paths
– Riding technique and bike maintenance
– Sessions on pump tracks and trails
– Cycling challenges and games
– Mechanics and safety workshops
Travessa
A nomadic adventure to experience the mountains in groups, walking and camping.
Activities:
– 5–7 day hiking trek
– Sleeping in a different location each night (bivouac or refuge)
– Self-sufficient cooking and meal management
– Map reading, GPS use, orienteering
– Leadership and coexistence experiences
Equitació (Horse Riding)
For young people who want to spend the summer with horses.
Activities:
– Daily horseback riding classes (technique and riding)
– Basic horse care and feeding
– Horseback riding tours around the area
– Games and exercises with horses to build trust
– Fun activities related to the rural environment
Academics
At Pyrene Summer Camp, we do not offer formal academic programs, as our goal is the personal growth of children and young people through experiential education. We focus on learning through experience, coexistence, and connection with nature, promoting values such as autonomy, responsibility, empathy, and teamwork.
Schedule
At Pyrene Summer Camp, during a typical day, the young participants wake up at 8:00 AM and start with a group breakfast. After that, there is a brief group meeting to explain the plan for the day. The activities begin with an outdoor adventure activity, such as a hiking route, canyoning, mountain biking, or other nature discovery activities. After lunch, participants can either continue with the activity they were doing before lunch, such as trekking or mountain biking, or take part in a new activity like horse riding or community service, depending on the day’s schedule and the group’s preferences. The activities are designed to keep the participants active and motivated, always adapting them to their level and focusing on respect for nature and teamwork. The afternoon ends with a more relaxed session, such as games or workshops, and in the evening, social or group activities take place, followed by a group dinner. The day ends with some rest.
During a week, activities start on Sunday afternoon with ice-breaker activities and games to encourage interaction between participants. On Monday, the activities begin in full swing, with outings into nature and adventure activities tailored to each age group. Each day is dedicated to a combination of outdoor activities, such as canyoning, hiking routes, cycling, games, and nature activities. The week concludes with a special activity to reflect on the experiences lived, fostering values of teamwork and respect for the environment.
Accommodation & facilities
The Sustainable Pyrene Campsite is located at the base of the Lles de Cerdanya Cross-Country Ski Resort, at an altitude of 1,900 meters. The camp is surrounded by mountain pine forests and deep blue lakes, with peaks reaching up to 3,000 meters, touching the clouds. It lies at the foot of the Tossa Plana de Lles massif, offering stunning views of the Cadí, Tossa d'Alp, Puigmal, and the Cerdanya Valley.
The campsite is 30 minutes (18 km) from Martinet de Cerdanya by car and can be reached from Arànser via a well-maintained paved road. Despite being easily accessible, the base camp is located in a wild and untouched corner of the Cerdanya Valley. All 6 camps are situated within this space, offering a place to meet friends, share experiences, and take on fun challenges.
We stay at Refugi El Fornell, which has a large indoor dining area for rainy or cold days, a professional kitchen, storage areas, and toilets.
We have breakfast, lunch, and dinner outdoors whenever the weather allows. Next to the refuge, we have tables and benches under a gazebo, which also provides artificial lighting for the evenings. 20 meters away, there are 6 tents with 25 beds each, where participants sleep in bunk beds. Clothes are stored in individual boxes, while suitcases, bikes, helmets, and saddles are stored in separate storage spaces.
The tents are illuminated by solar energy, as are the 6 hot water showers. It’s a unique experience to shower in the middle of the forest! The entire campsite is fenced with a wooden barrier to protect it from cows, horses, and deer.
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Q&A
There is a 100% refund of the amount until May 31st, three weeks before all camps start. In the horse riding and pyrene explorer camps there is no refund option once the reservation has been made. If you take out the 45€ cancellation insurance, in case you have to cancel the reservation for any reason and at any time (even if the camp has already started), with the cancellation insurance you get a refund of the amount of the reservation, to be 100% covered against any unforeseen event.
The camp is led by a team of directors who oversee management and safety. The monitors manage groups of young participants with constant supervision, while senior monitors lead teams. The activity leaders are experts in their respective fields.
The camp staff holds official qualifications in adventure sports, specific training for each activity, and first aid certification, ensuring the safety and quality of all activities.
Yes, background checks and employment references are conducted to ensure that all staff meet the established safety and reliability standards.
The staff receives continuous training in safety, youth care, and emergency management, with regular feedback sessions to update techniques and improve practices.
The camp promotes an inclusive and respectful environment that values diversity, with zero tolerance for discrimination and staff trained in inclusion and diversity management.
Participants and staff follow a code of conduct based on respect, responsibility, safety, and zero tolerance for dangerous behavior, with clear protocols in place for emergency situations.
Participants do not have access to their mobile phones during the week. However, if they need to contact their family for important reasons, such as coordinating their return to the airport, they may use the camp leaders’ phone.
Location
The nearest airport to Pyrene Summer Camp is Barcelona El Prat (BCN). Airport pickup is available upon request. Every Sunday we offer PICK UP service and every Saturday DROP OFF at Barcelona Airport (BCN).Before buying tickets, contact us. We are at the airport on Sundays from 11 am to 3 pm picking up campers arriving from all over the world. We coordinate the pick-up of children under 12 years old with the flight attendants and help recover lost luggage if unfortunately their suitcases are lost. And from the airport we set off to the camp, making a 2-hour journey.On Saturdays when the camps end, we ask families to pick up their tickets no earlier than 2 pm and no later than 7 pm.If you are away during the week of your child’s camp, we can pick them up at your door, if you live in the Barcelona area. Send us an email at [email protected] to request this service.
I had a great time at the camps!! I really loved having my own horse for the week and sleeping in tents with my new friends!