Tuc de Ribassetes

Tuc de Ribassetes is a mountain summit in the French Pyrenees that rises to 2140 meters between the Garbet and Courtignou valleys. The peak overlooks these surrounding valleys and stands as a prominent feature in this alpine landscape.

A memorial on the summit marks the loss of a climber named Christian, who died when a snow cornice collapsed at the peak. This tragic event left a lasting mark on the mountain.

The name Tuc de Ribassetes comes from Occitan, a language that shaped the identity of Pyrenean mountain communities and remains part of their heritage.

The hike from Étang de Lers takes about five hours round trip and requires good orientation skills since paths are not marked. Weather conditions can change quickly at this elevation, so preparation and timing are important considerations.

From the summit, hikers can see both the David Valley and Mont Valier in a single view, offering a rare panorama of this mountain region. The isolated position of the peak makes this vista particularly noteworthy.

GPS coordinates: 42.71062,0.68057

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:28