Monte Zerbion

Monte Zerbion is a mountain summit near Saint-Vincent that rises to 2,722 meters and sits between two major valleys. From this height, the surrounding peaks and distant mountain ranges come into view on clear days.

In 1932, local communities erected a seven-meter bronze statue at the summit to honor soldiers from World War I. This monument became a lasting memorial to that period and those who died.

On July 29, residents from nearby communities climb to the chamber inside the statue for religious gatherings and prayer. The place holds deep meaning as a site of worship shared by people across the valleys below.

The summit can be reached from two different starting points in the valleys below, with each route taking several hours of walking. Plan for a full day outing and bring proper hiking gear and water for the climb.

The statue is not just a monument on the mountain but contains an internal chamber with an altar where people can pray and hold services. This makes it a rare place where religious practice and mountain landscape merge in an unexpected way.