Le Grand Coyer, Mountain summit in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France
The Grand Coyer reaches an elevation of 2,693 meters within the Pelat mountain range, situated between Thorame-Haute and Colmars-les-Alpes municipalities.
The Grand Coyer has served as a geographic landmark for shepherds guiding their flocks through the surrounding alpine pastures for numerous generations.
Sheep farmers maintain an active pastoral tradition around Grand Coyer, where multiple shelters provide accommodation for shepherds during the grazing season.
The main access to Grand Coyer starts from Peyresq village through a 20.7-kilometer trail with a positive elevation gain of 1,558 meters.
The Grand Coyer massif encompasses 4,642 hectares under consideration for Natura 2000 classification to protect its biodiversity.
Location: Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Elevation above the sea: 2,693 m
GPS coordinates: 44.10031,6.68972
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:44
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