Vignemale, Mountain summit between Hautes-Pyrénées, France and Huesca Province, Spain
The Vignemale massif rises to 3,299 meters and features multiple peaks, including Grand Vignemale, Pointe Chausenque at 3,204 meters, and Petit Vignemale at 3,032 meters.
English mountaineer Anne Lister completed the first documented ascent in 1838, accompanied by three local guides who navigated through the challenging terrain to reach the peak.
Count Henry Russell obtained rights to govern over 200 hectares of the mountain above 2,300 meters in 1889, receiving a concession valid for 99 years.
The Refuge des Oulettes de Gaube at the base of the North Face provides essential shelter for mountaineers, while the Refuge Bayssellance stands at 2,651 meters.
The mountain contains seven artificial caves, commissioned by Count Russell, where he organized meetings and spent considerable time exploring the surrounding landscapes.
Location: Torla-Ordesa
Location: Hautes-Pyrénées
Location: Huesca Province
Location: Cauterets
Elevation above the sea: 3,299 m
GPS coordinates: 42.77394,-0.14734
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
Pont d'Espagne
8.6 km
Pyrénées National Park
6.4 km
Baños de Panticosa
7.3 km
Glacier d'Ossoue
774 m
Petit Vignemale
1 km
Grande Fache
8.3 km
Oulettes de Gaube Glacier
903 m
Pic d'Ardiden
9.3 km
Pointe Chausenque
417 m
Cerbillona
565 m
Pic central
624 m
Cirque du Marcadau
6.6 km
Piton Carré
201 m
Petit Vignemale Glacier
812 m
Great Peak of Tapou
1.6 km
Pic de Barbe de Bouc
9.3 km
Pic du Milieu
1.6 km
Pic de Cestrède
7.1 km
Pic de Chanchou
8.7 km
Montferrat Glacier
1.7 km
Arnales
8.9 km
Infierno Oriental
9.2 km
Aiguille Supérieure du Clot de la Hount
485 m
Aiguille SW de Cerbillona
815 m
Circ de Marcadau
6.4 km
Aiguille Inférieure du Clot de la Hount
259 m
Épaule Chausenque
603 m
Monument Alphonse Meillon
8.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes