Mont Préneley

Mont Préneley is an 855-meter peak in the Morvan featuring protected peatlands and typical regional forest types. The site encompasses varied habitats within a protected natural area of European importance.

The mountain received natural protection status in 1930, marking an important moment for safeguarding the Morvan. This early recognition helped establish the area as a protected region.

The trails here display information panels explaining the regional significance of the peatlands and forests to visitors. These protected habitats remain important to the local character of the Morvan landscape today.

A network of marked trails enables exploration, with the main route starting from Port des Lamberts in Glux-en-Glenne. The paths are clearly signposted and the area is straightforward to access.

The summit forms a water divide between the Loire and Seine river basins. This geographical position makes it the source of the Yonne, a significant river of the region.

Location: Nièvre

Elevation above the sea: 855 m

Website: http://geodesie.ign.fr/fiches/index.php?module=e&action=fichepdf&source=carte&sit_no=5812803

GPS coordinates: 46.95668,4.00205

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03