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Montcalm Peak

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Montcalm Peak

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Parc naturel régional des Pyrénées ariégeoises

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    1. Le Montcalm et Estats – loop starting from l'Artigue – Parc naturel régional des Pyrénées Ariégeoises

    18.1km

    09:08

    1,890m

    1,900m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    March 15, 2023

    A few steps from the border which separates France from Spain, is the peak of Montcalm. At 3,077 meters high, it is one of the largest peaks in Ariège. It offers an impressive view of the French side.

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      October 26, 2022

      The Pic du Montcalm, which culminates at 3,077 meters is one of the main peaks of Ariège.

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        This 3000-meter peak on the French side of the Pyrenees' main ridge is relatively easy to reach via the Refuge de Pinet, but requires a significant elevation gain from the parking lot. Therefore, using the hut is recommended; it also has a room open in winter (€8 unattended).

        Another ascent from the northeast allows for a "crossing," but it has a steep gully (which, when icy, almost caused me a nasty fall in October 2014).

        A third ascent option leads from the east, from the reservoir, over the shared pass with the Pica d'Estats.

        Needless to say, there's a fantastic view from the summit. Only the view to the south is limited by the slightly higher Pica d'Estats, which is why hikers with good fitness and surefootedness are recommended to climb the latter from the shared pass.

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          Location: Auzat, Foix, Occitania, France

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