Pic de la Soucarrane

The Pic de la Soucarrane rises to 2552 meters in elevation, featuring steep slopes that lead to a defined peak in the Pyrenees mountain range.

The summit has served as a natural border marker between France and neighboring territories since the establishment of the Pyrenean boundary lines in 1659.

Local shepherds maintain traditional pastoral practices around the mountain base, utilizing ancient stone shelters called orris for their seasonal livestock activities.

The ascent from Orris du Carla parking requires 8 hours round trip, covering 15.6 kilometers with substantial elevation gain through marked trails.

The mountain contains multiple small glacial lakes at different elevations, forming a connected water system that supplies the valleys below.

Elevation above the sea: 2,552 m

GPS coordinates: 42.70330,1.16420

Latest update: April 10, 2025 19:14