Chapelle Saint Pons, Mountain summit with chapel in Valbelle, France
The chapel sits at 864 meters elevation, reached by a 4.7-kilometer trail through shrubland and woodlands with steep switchbacks near the top.
The 12th-century chapel stands as a religious monument in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region, marking centuries of local spiritual practices.
Local folklore tells of Saint Pons finding refuge in a mountain that opened up when pursued by magpies, which now stay in lower elevations.
The hiking path starts at Valbelle town hall parking area and takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete with a 245-meter elevation gain.
Near the chapel, visitors find the Trou de Saint Pons, a narrow rock passage that traditionally promises protection from colic for one year.
Elevation above the sea: 864 m
GPS coordinates: 44.13417,5.88556
Latest update: April 1, 2025 22:19
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