An icy border

For those who appreciate quiet escapes and unspoiled nature, Coll d'Ares in the Catalan Pyrenees is a perfect place to visit. Located between Molló in Catalonia's Ripollès region and Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste in Occitania, this pass offers a breathtaking natural spectacle, especially in winter, when its landscapes are blanketed in snow.
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