🦌 La Brama del Cérvol in the Pyrenees: a unique spectacle near Espot

A deer bellowing during the rutting season_ Jesús-Pau Vázquez_Pallars Digital

Every autumn, between mid-September and October, the forests of the Alt Pirineu Natural Park are filled with the unmistakable sound of deer in rut. This phenomenon, known as the Brama del Cérvol (Cervol's Bellow), is one of the most impressive natural spectacles to be experienced in the Catalan Pyrenees.

What is the roar?

During the mating season, male deer emit powerful bellows to attract females and mark their territory against other males. These roars resonate throughout the valleys of Alt Pallars, creating a unique atmosphere that attracts nature lovers and photographers from all over Spain each year.

Where to observe the Brama del Cérvol

Free and easily accessible observation points are available in the Alt Pallars National Hunting Reserve and the Alt Pirineu Natural Park. Accredited guides can also be hired to offer interpretive routes so you can enjoy the spectacle safely and in a way that respects the environment. https://bramaaltpallars.cat.

Tips for living the experience

• Go at sunrise or sunset, when the activity is most intense.

• Wear warm clothing and hiking shoes.

• Keep quiet and respect the wildlife.

• Use binoculars or a telescope for better observation.

  
  

Staying in Espot for the brama

If you're looking for a place to stay near the park, our hotel in Espot is the ideal starting point. From here, you can easily access the Aigüestortes trails during the day, and at sunset, you can visit the observation points for the Brama. Afterwards, you can relax in a peaceful and welcoming environment, surrounded by nature.