Record SL-837809 · Wikidata Q6650
Canigó
No list classifications
Elevation
2,784
m
9,134 ft
Prominence
550 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
42.5189° N,
2.4566° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaThe Canigó (Catalan: Canigó [kəniˈɣo], locally [kəniˈɣu]; French: Canigou [kaniɡu]; Latin: mons Canigosus or Canigonis) is a mountain located in the Pyrenees of southern France. The Canigó is located less than 50 kilometres (31 mi) from the sea and has an elevation of 2,784.70 metres (9,136.2 ft). Due to its sharp flanks and its dramatic location near the coast, until the 18th century the Canigó was believed to be the highest mountain in the Pyrenees. Being in Northern Catalonia and visible in Southern Catalonia, the mountain has a historical symbolical significance for Catalan people. In good weather, it is visible from Marseille on 8 February and 31 October, due to atmospheric optical effects.
First ascent
Date
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Peter III of Aragon
Source · wikipedia
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pic du Canigou | 2,785 m | N 359° | — |
| Pic de Tallaferro | 642 m | NW 329° | 0.1 km |
| Quazemí de Dalt | 2,714 m | SW 221° | 0.5 km |
| Puig Barbet | 2,712 m | E 87° | 0.6 km |
| Puig Sec | 2,665 m | SE 149° | 1.2 km |
| Pic Joffre | 2,362 m | N 347° | 1.6 km |
Routes of ascent
| Route | Network | Distance | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour del Canigó | lwn | 63.0 km | — |
| El Camí IT1TR1 El Camí Capçaler: de Salzes a Balaguer | nwn | 408.4 km | — |