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Certascan — Refuge and spillway of Certascan lake
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Certascan — Refuge and spillway of Certascan lake

Certascan - Refuge, déversoir du lac de Certascan

🇪🇸 Catalonia · Spain — Altitude 2240 m

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This camera looks out over the spillway of Certascan lake and the mountain refuge beside it, at about 2,240 metres in the Catalan Pyrenees. Watch it to see how the high-mountain setting looks right now before planning a walk or a drive up the valley.

A lake above the Andorran border

Certascan sits in the Catalan part of the Pyrenees, close to Andorra and the Spanish-French border zone. The area is known for its glacial lakes, granite ridges, alpine meadows and quiet valleys that fill with snow in winter. The spillway that controls the lake outflow is a practical landmark for hikers and maintenance crews, and it gives the scene a clear focal point.

What to watch and when

Depending on the view, you may see the water level at the spillway, cloud moving over the ridges, snow cover in the colder months or the green of summer meadows. Mornings often bring calm surfaces and clearer skies, while afternoon cloud build-up is common in summer. Changes in light and weather are usually the most interesting things to follow here.

Climate and getting around

At this altitude summers are mild and short, and winters are cold with heavy snow that can close access roads and trails. Early summer through early autumn is the usual window for walking. Nearby cameras cover the Vall Ferrera valley, the Arcalís area and the Pal ski zone, which help you judge conditions across the wider region before you set out.

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About this camera

What is the weather like at Certascan right now?

The current conditions and a three-day forecast for Certascan are shown in the live weather block on this page. Mountain weather can change quickly, so check it again shortly before any hike.

What time is it in Certascan?

The local time for Certascan is shown in the live clock on this page, in the same time zone as mainland Spain and France.

Where exactly is the Certascan camera?

The camera is at the refuge and spillway of Certascan lake, at roughly 2,240 metres above sea level in the Catalan Pyrenees. The map on this page marks its position.

When is the best time to watch this camera?

Watch in daylight to see the most detail, and in summer or early autumn to see the lake and meadows at their most open. Winter views depend heavily on snowfall and cloud.

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