Mont Bessou

Mont Bessou is a mountain summit reaching 976 meters, crowned with a metal observation tower that raises the total height to exactly 1000 meters above sea level. The tower provides wide views across the surrounding plateau landscape.

The mountain became an important geographical reference point when authorities built the observation tower to reach exactly 1000 meters in the mid-20th century. This construction aided surveying work across the region.

The summit functions as a learning space where panels explain the geological features and natural environment of the Limousin region. People visit to understand how the landscape formed over time.

Visitors reach the summit via the D36 road, about 6 kilometers north of Meymac, where parking is available at the base of the tower. The best time to visit is on clear days when views across the landscape extend the farthest.

The mountain serves as the starting point for a mountain biking route that descends 2,5 kilometers and caters to different skill levels. This trail attracts riders seeking both technical challenge and scenic downhill riding.

Location: Corrèze

Elevation above the sea: 976 m

Part of: Plateau de Millevaches

Website: http://le-mont-bessou.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.57010,2.12313

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24