North summit of Mont Mézenc
North summit of Mont Mézenc
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North summit of Mont Mézenc
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August 19, 2019
Hiking
At 1744m, it is the highest point in the Haute-Loire department. The southern peak already belongs to the department of Ardèche. The iron cross on the north summit was erected by French prisoners upon their return from German camps.
Like so many peaks in this region, the plateau is of volcanic origin. If you are lucky, you can see marmots on the mountain slopes.
•October 18, 2021
Hiking
•January 18, 2023
Running
On the same crest line as Mont Gerbier-de-Jonc (a few kilometers further south), it forms the watershed line between the Mediterranean (via the Rhône) and the Atlantic (via the Loire).
It is also an exceptional 360° view over the entire Massif Central and the Alps to the east.
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Elevation 1,740 m
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