Coulet de Calasse, Mountain summit in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France.
Coulet de Calasse is a mountain summit located in the Provence Alps and Prealps, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region. The peak rises to approximately 1,475 meters above sea level within the boundaries of Verdon Regional Natural Park.
The mountain has served as a geographical reference point for local communities across centuries of settlement in the Verdon region. Its prominence in the landscape made it a known landmark for navigation and orientation in this mountainous area.
Local mountaineering groups maintain regular expeditions to Coulet de Calasse, preserving traditional alpine climbing practices of the Provence region.
Access to the summit is available via marked hiking trails starting from lower elevations, and proper mountain equipment is essential for safety. Allow several hours for the complete ascent and choose days with stable weather conditions for a safe visit.
The peak ranks as the 40th highest among 201 summits within the Verdon Regional Natural Park boundaries.
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