Saint-Abdon, Mountain peak in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Saint-Abdon summit rises from the landscape of the Hautes-Alpes department, reaching an elevation that marks it among the regional peaks.
The mountain bears the name of Saint Abdon, a Persian nobleman who became a Christian martyr in Rome during the third century persecutions.
Local mountaineers gather annually at Saint-Abdon summit on July 30th to commemorate the feast day of its namesake saint.
Multiple hiking trails lead to the summit from the surrounding valleys, with the eastern approach offering the most gradual ascent for beginners.
The peak serves as a natural weather indicator for local farmers, with cloud formations around its summit suggesting incoming weather changes.
GPS coordinates: 44.45212,6.05229
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:41
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