Garlaban, Limestone mountain summit in Bouches-du-Rhône, France
The Garlaban mountain rises 715 meters above sea level, forming part of the Massif du Garlaban with limestone formations visible from Marseille to Huveaune valley.
Maritime navigation in past centuries relied on Garlaban as a reference point, with sailors from Marseille using its distinct profile to guide their vessels.
The mountain landscape features in Marcel Pagnol's literary works, including his memoirs 'My Father's Glory' and 'My Mother's Castle', set in early 1900s.
Multiple hiking paths lead to the summit from Aubagne, La Destrousse, and Roquevaire, with 190 established climbing routes in the Grand Vallon section.
The mountain contains numerous caves and geological formations dating from the Upper Cretaceous period, with endemic plant species growing in its rocky terrain.
Location: Aubagne
Elevation above the sea: 715 m
Part of: Massiccio del Garlaban
GPS coordinates: 43.33293,5.55342
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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