PYRENE RAID and the legend of the creation of the Pyrenees
Legend has it that a long time ago, Gerion defeated Tubal, the king of the Iberian Peninsula. Pyrene, Tubal's daughter, knowing that Gerion would come for her, fled to the forests of the plains, the dwelling place of the gods, to hide from the horrible three-headed monster.
Gerion, enamored and rejected by Pyrene, pursued her to the border with the neighboring country. Unable to find her, he decided to set fire to the vast territory, thinking that the princess would perish in the flames.
Hercules, having seen the flames of the great fire and heard Pyrene's panicked cries, rushed to rescue her, venturing into the blazing, dense forests. But it was all in vain...
The princess had died in the flames, and Hercules could not save the beautiful and beloved Pyrene. Sad and inconsolable, he covered her body with a shroud of ashes and piled large stones in the shape of a mausoleum over the body of the beautiful Pyrene.
And so, as a result of the love between Pyrene and Hercules, these magical mountains were formed, shaping the tallest peaks in Spain that we now know as the Pyrenees.
Do you dare to follow in the footsteps of Pyrene and uncover the most secret corners of the Pyrenees?
Pyrene Raid is a sporting event that will allow you to explore the most spectacular landscapes of the Pyrenees — from high mountain peaks to enchanted forests — discovering a new corner of the province of Huesca each year. Huesca was recently awarded as the best European adventure tourism destination and the second-best in the world.
Following the success of the first edition, the second edition will be slightly less demanding and held in a sprint format, with just one day of competition, all centered around the town of Biescas. Participants will still enjoy a unique adventure race, featuring trekking, mountain biking, canyoning, via ferrata, and rope challenges in a stunning mountain setting.
Don’t miss this second edition of the Pyrene Raid — an adventure for everyone! The magic of Biescas and the Tena Valley awaits you!
PEÑA GUARA
Peña Guara is a mountain club in Huesca, Spain, founded in 1932. Over the years, it has become one of the most important mountain clubs in Spain with over 4500 members and extensive experience in organizing competitions in the natural environment. We are a club committed to promoting adventure sports in the province of Huesca and to environmental conservation.
Peña Guara organizes races of all levels, from local events to nationally and internationally renowned races such as the Gran Trail Aneto-Posets trail running race. The races take place in spectacular natural environments, traversing the forests, mountains, and rivers of the Pyrenees.
The Adventure Races organized by Peña Guara are demanding tests that require good physical condition and a high level of preparation. They are always organized with the participant in mind, ensuring they enjoy a high-quality event.