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Full Moon Hikes to the Tristaina Lakes

Strawberry Moon and Sturgeon Moon

Come and enjoy two night excursions under the magical light of the full moon, at the spectacular Tristaina Lakes in the Arcalís sector. This unique experience will be held on two special summer dates, each coinciding with a full moon that has a traditional name:

Wednesday, 11 June 2025 – Strawberry Full Moon
Traditionally associated with the harvest of wild strawberries in the Northern Hemisphere.
Saturday, 9 August 2025 – Sturgeon Full Moon
A name from Native American cultures, linked to the season of fishing for this species.

What you need to know about this activity

The hike follows a gentle, well-marked trail through the La Coma landscape to the Tristaina Lakes. With darkness as your companion, the sky takes center stage: summer constellations appear and the full moon rises majestically, creating a magical atmosphere that ends with a small snack under its light.

  • Meeting point: La Coma d’Arcalís car park.
  • Meeting time: 7:45 PM.
  • Distance: 4.3 km.
  • Elevation gain/loss: +191 m / –191 m.
  • Starting altitude: 2,226 m.
  • Highest point: 2,331 m.
  • Estimated duration: 4 h.
  • Technical level: 2/5.
  • Physical level: 2/5.
  • Minimum participants: 6 people.
  • Price per person: €70.

Required gear: headlamp, appropriate warm clothing (gloves, hat, down jacket, poles, etc.)

Boking: bookingpasgrau@grandvalira.com

Activity subject to weather conditions.