Les sommets

The summits

Faced with the immensity of the landscapes our destination has to offer, our summits are privileged places to enjoy 360° views and unforgettable panoramas.

They graze at altitudes of between 1,900 m and 3,000 m, with breathtaking views.

Le Pelat

1. Le Pelat

It is the highest point in the upper Verdon valley. The view of Lac d’Allos from the summit, at 3051 meters, is breathtaking. On a clear day, it’s possible to catch a glimpse of the Ile de Beauté on the horizon. In the heart of the Mercantour massif, it offers the most beautiful balcony on the surrounding peaks.

News : Residents of the upper Verdon valley watch the sunrise from Mont Pelat

Le Chiran

2. Le Chiran

The Chiran summit plateau can be reached via the hiking trails from the hamlet of Les Chauvets or the village of Blieux. It is home to an astronomical observatory and a staffed mountain hut. This peak rises to 1,905 m and offers a sweeping panorama from the Alps to the Mediterranean.

Info: Friendly hikers who love constellations spend an unforgettable night at the
refuge
under one of the most beautiful starry skies

Le Teillon

3. Le Teillon

The summit of Teillon is accessible via a hiking trail , requires a challenging 980-meter climb from the village of La Garde . It offers a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding peaks and the blue reflections of Lake Castillon.

Info: Parking spaces available in the village of La Garde

Le Puy de Rent

4. Le Puy de Rent

The trail begins in a pine forest; as it climbs, it winds through a larch forest, culminating in an emotional arrival at the summit ridge, where you’ll be captivated by the beauty of the landscape.

The summit, located at 1,996 m, offers a splendid panoramic view of the Vaïre and Verdon valleys.

Info: Three starting points for hiking trails from Allons, Annot, and La Colle-Saint-Michel

Panneau de signalisation au sommet du Pic de Couar

5. Le Couar

From the village of Tartonne, the hiking trail passes through a wooded area before winding its way up a barren hillside. The summit rises to 1,988 m, offering a breathtaking panorama that stretches as far as the eye can see.

Info: On a clear day, you can see the Écrins and the Dévoluy massif.

Le Cheval Blanc

6. Le Cheval Blanc

A magnificent summit that rises to an altitude of almost 2,350 m. The ascent via thepedestrian route is difficult because of the difference in altitude, but the panorama on arrival is spectacular, with a 360° view over the Bléone and Issole valleys.

 

Info: You can see the astronomical observatory under construction on the summit ridge.

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