Grand Tanargue, Granite summit in the Tanargue massif, Ardèche, France.

Grand Tanargue is the highest point of the Tanargue massif at 1511 metres, in the commune of Borne, Ardèche. It rises above a summit plateau averaging 1450 metres and forms the top of the La Croix de Bauzon ski area, where a surface lift reaches the summit. The broad granite top is covered with patchy snow and frost, with sparse low vegetation and small frosted conifers on the slope.

The Tanargue massif has marked for centuries the natural boundary between Mediterranean and Atlantic climate influences. This geographic position shaped the paths and settlement patterns of the surrounding region.

The summit lies within the La Croix de Bauzon ski area, where a surface ski lift runs up to the top at 1511 metres. In winter the lift carries skiers; the same summit serves walkers and free-flight pilots the rest of the year. The Tanargue massif forms the boundary between Mediterranean and Atlantic climate zones.

The climb from Col de Meyrand takes around four hours with about 800 meters of elevation gain. Sturdy footwear and water are essential since exposed sections exist and weather can change quickly.

A ski lift from the La Croix de Bauzon ski area reaches the summit, the highest point of its ski domain at 1511 metres. From the top, the view extends 360 degrees over the Tanargue massif and the Ardèche. The summit rises above a plateau averaging 1450 metres.