Welcome to Criosfera Pirineos

A journey into the past and present of the glaciers of the Pyrenees.

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Discover the history and evolution of the last glaciers in the Pyrenees through comparative images and data accessible to all. At Criosfera Pirineos, we invite you to explore how climate change has shaped these unique landscapes, and what the future holds for them. This is a space to get to know, reflect and better understand the Pyrenees.

94,5%

Glacier area lost in the last 175 years

The glaciers of the Pyrenees have lost 94.5% of their surface area since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850).

51

Glaciers extinct since 1985

In the last four decades, 51 Pyrenean glaciers have completely disappeared.

48,7ha

Current glacier surface area of the Aneto-Maladeta massif

It represents 37.3% of the Pyrenean ice, being the most extensive glacier complex in the Pyrenees.

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Explore the 12 Pyrenean massifs that are or have been home to glaciers. This interactive map will allow you to find out the location of each of them and discover the evolution of their glaciers over time. An essential tool for delving into the history of the glaciers of the Pyrenees.

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Walk through the glacial massifs of the Pyrenees and learn about the history of each one of them. Each massif holds the vestiges of a frozen past, where ice moulded its landscape. Discover their evolution and current status.