Pueblo de Gessa sobre las montañas de pirineos

Where is Gessa and how to get there?

Gessa is a small, picturesque village located in Valle de Arán, in the province of Lleida, Catalonia, in the heart of the Pyrenees mountain range. At an altitude of approximately 1,250 metres above sea level, Gessa is surrounded by mountains and valleys that offer a natural environment of great beauty, characteristic of this Pyrenean region.

The most common way to reach Gessa is by car. From Lleida, take the N-230 road towards Vielha, the capital of the Val d’Aran. From Vielha, take the C-28 road to Baqueira. Gessa is about 15 kilometres from Vielha, just after passing through Salardú, so the journey is simple and direct.

Despite its small size, Gessa offers privileged access to numerous outdoor activities. During the winter, its proximity to the ski resort of Baqueira-Beret makes it an excellent base for skiers. In summer, the area is ideal for hiking, cycling and other outdoor activities, enjoying the mountain scenery and the local flora and fauna.

Attractions in Gessa

From Gessa, you can enjoy hiking or cycling excursions along the royal trail to Unha or Arties, or climb through the Corilha ravine to reach the Hermitage of Sant Martí, located at an altitude of 1800 meters. The Church of Sant Pèir overlooks the cluster of houses that form the village. The church, originally Romanesque but heavily restored, still preserves its original style in its interior, particularly in the baptismal font and the image of Saint Peter at the center of the altarpiece on the main altar, one of the finest polychrome carvings in the Aran Valley. It is worth noting that some of the village’s houses are part of the Architectural Heritage Inventory of Catalonia. Notable examples include the old houses “Çò de Ròsa“, which features a cylindrical stone tower with carved shields and a door threshold engraved with its construction year, 1589, and “Çò de Chelina“, which boasts a shield dated 1575.
Valle de Arán y Gessa

Houses and apartments Gessa

If you are thinking of staying in flats or houses for rent in Gessa with the best comfort, Totiaran is the solution. Our accommodation is designed in a rustic style typical of Aran Valley area, with the best facilities selected in an exquisite way for your comfort during your holidays.

APARTMENT MAUBERME: a house with the typical charm of the houses in the valley and unbeatable views of the mountains. It is a house for up to 6 people, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

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If you book your accommodation in Gessa with us, you get a 25% discount on ski hire at Totirent Ski.

Gessa

Additional services in Gessa

Your peace of mind and well-being is the main concern of the Toti Aran team. For this reason, we offer you a range of additional services to make your holiday in Baqueira Beret perfect:

Ski rental

Laundry at home

Babysitters

Home-delivered food

Private transport

Ski lessons