Barbat, Mountain summit in Pyrenees, France.
Barbat is a mountain summit in the Pyrenees with an elevation of 2574 meters and rocky terrain. The steep slopes create natural passages through the mountain range.
The mountain served as a reference point for shepherds moving livestock between valleys during seasonal migrations in medieval times. This use became deeply rooted in local mountain traditions.
Local mountaineering groups organize annual expeditions to Barbat summit, maintaining traditional climbing routes and documenting changes in the landscape.
The ascent requires climbing equipment and proper mountain gear due to technical difficulty on certain sections. Best hiking conditions occur between June and September when snow and ice have melted.
The summit position allows observation of both French and Spanish territories, creating a natural border observation point at 2574 meters altitude.
Elevation above the sea: 2,574 m
GPS coordinates: 42.86500,-0.19670
Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:25
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