Monts d'Ambazac

The Monts d'Ambazac is a mountain system in Haute-Vienne that reaches a peak of 701 meters and stretches approximately 40 kilometers from east to west. The range is composed mainly of granite and leucogranite formations that give the landscape its distinctive structure.

The mountains were home to France's primary uranium mining operations during the second half of the 20th century. Mining activities shaped the area for several decades before this industry eventually ceased.

The mountains served as home to the Grandmont monastic order during the medieval period, with monks settling in this remote area. Their presence shaped the land and left marks in nearby villages that visitors can still sense today.

The area is crossed by a network of marked trails of varying difficulty that connect different villages. Visitors can explore the mountains through organized hikes departing from main towns like Ambazac.

The Dauges peat bog nature reserve sits on a former lake bed spanning about 200 hectares and shelters diverse plant and animal life. This wetland demonstrates the natural recovery of former mining landscapes while maintaining its value as habitat for specialized species.

Location: Haute-Vienne

Elevation above the sea: 504 m

GPS coordinates: 45.98333,1.38333

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42