Coma Pedrosa
Coma Pedrosa (Catalan pronunciation: [ˈkomə pəˈðɾozə]; 2,943 m or 9,656 ft) is the highest mountain in the principality of Andorra. It is popular with mountain climbers, its ascent being technically straightforward, although strenuous. From Arinsal to Camp de Refuge (650 m climb) is considered moderate meanwhile the last 862 m is considered to be difficult. Several mountain lakes and tarns are found on the slopes, notably Estanys de Baiau, which lies on the western slopes, across the Spanish border.
| Coma Pedrosa | |
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Coma Pedrosa in October 2006 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,943 m (9,656 ft) |
| Prominence | 434 m (1,424 ft) |
| Listing | Country high point |
| Coordinates | 42°35′26″N 1°26′41.21″E |
| Geography | |
Coma Pedrosa Location of Coma Pedrosa in Andorra (near the French border) | |
| Location | Parish of La Massana, Andorra |
| Parent range | Pyrenees |
The nearest town is Arinsal, La Massana. Historically, the mountain provided ample security from invasions into Andorra. Nowadays, the mountain is part of the Parc Natural Comunal de les Valls del Comapedrosa national park.
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