Record SL-447872 · Wikidata Q1836325
Mont Aigoual
No list classifications
Elevation
1,565
m
5,135 ft
Prominence
730 m
Isolation
—
Coordinates
44.1216° N,
3.5814° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaMont Aigoual (French pronunciation: [mɔ̃ ɛɡwal]; Occitan: Mont Augal, elevation 1567m / 5141 ft) is the highest point of the Gard département, France. It is part of the Massif Central, and it is located within the Cévennes National Park. Its southern slopes are the source of the river Hérault flowing into the Mediterranean. When the sky is clear, it is possible to see the Mediterranean Sea, the Pyrenees, and also the Alps and Mont Blanc in particular. The summit is accessible by car from a variety of converging surfaced approaches.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Portalet | 1,565 m | NW 321° | 1.6 km |
| l’Estivel | 974 m | SE 137° | 3.8 km |
| Rocalte | 865 m | SE 135° | 4.7 km |
Routes of ascent
| Route | Network | Distance | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour du Mont Aigoual | nwn | 156.3 km | — |
| Des Vosges aux Pyrénées 04, Signal du Ventalon - Prat Peyrot | nwn | 113.4 km | — |
| Le Menhir de Trépaloup | lwn | 2.3 km | — |
| Le versant nord de l'Aigoual | lwn | 35.9 km | — |