Panta de Cavallers: a steep paved road to the reservoir
Pantà de Cavallers is a high mountain reservoir at an elevation of 1.770m (5,807ft) above sea level, located in the province of Lleida, in Catalonia, Spain.
Where is Pantà de Cavallers?
The reservoir is located in the northeastern part of the country, in the Boi valley, within the Aiguestortes i Estany of Saint Maurici National Park. It was built in 1958. At the dam there’s a small parking lot.
Is the road to Pantà de Cavallers paved?
The road to the reservoir, also known as Estanys de Tor, is fully paved but very narrow, totally impassable for 2 average cars at the same time, and features many curves and hairpin turns. It shouldn’t be attempted by those who don't know how to reverse. It is called L-500.
How long is the road to Pantà de Cavallers?
Starting from Caldes de Boí, the ascent is 4.6 km (2.85 miles) long with 7 hairpin turns. Over this distance the elevation gain is 299 meters. The average gradient is 6,5%, with a 10% of maximum slope. Open to traffic throughout the year, may be closed for short periods in winter when the weather is bad.