Cime Piagu

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Cime Piagu, Mountain summit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.

The Cime Piagu summit reaches an elevation of 2,316 meters and features diverse terrain with steep ascents across the mountainous landscape.

The mountain paths of Cime Piagu have served as traditional routes for local shepherds and their flocks through generations in the Alpes-Maritimes region.

Shepherds maintain the ancient practice of using large white dogs to protect their sheep herds while grazing on the alpine meadows of Cime Piagu.

The round-trip hike to Cime Piagu covers 13.5 kilometers from Saint-Martin-Vésubie, with a vertical gain of 1,306 meters over approximately 6 hours.

The summit marks the westernmost point of the Madone de Fenestre-Boréon watershed ridge, offering views of high valleys and border chain peaks.

Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

GPS coordinates: 44.09833,7.28667

Latest update: March 16, 2025 07:06

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