Le Pieu, Mountain summit in Vercors, France
Le Pieu rises to an elevation of 2,093 meters, featuring steep cliffs that form part of the Vercors mountain range landscape.
During World War II, the Vercors mountains surrounding Le Pieu provided a strategic location for French Resistance fighters against German occupation.
The mountain paths around Le Pieu connect multiple villages where visitors experience traditional Alpine customs and regional mountain cuisine.
Multiple marked trails lead to the summit, requiring proper hiking equipment and attention to weather conditions that can change rapidly.
The summit offers unobstructed views extending across the Drôme valley and the entire Massif du Vercors mountain chain.
Location: Saint-Paul-de-Varces
Address: 3J2R+P5, 38760 Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France 38760 Saint-Paul-de-Varces 38760 Saint-Paul-de-Varces
GPS coordinates: 45.05251,5.64078
Latest update: March 17, 2025 14:58
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