Turon de Néouvielle, Mountain summit in Hautes-Pyrénées, France
Turon de Néouvielle is a summit in the Pyrenees that rises dramatically above the surrounding valleys and alpine terrain. The peak forms part of a rocky ridge system with glacial lakes nestled in the landscape below.
The mountain area has been crossed for centuries by herders and traders moving between valleys. Interest in alpine mountaineering brought attention to high peaks during the 18th century.
The rocky ridge connecting Turon de Néouvielle summit to Cap-de-Long Lake bears the name Pointe Reboul-Vidal in recognition of the first climbers.
The hike to the summit starts in Barèges valley and climbs through several alpine zones with natural landmarks. Mountain shelters along the route serve as orientation points and resting places for day hikers.
The peak sits at the edge of a protected nature area with several glacial lakes and rare mountain plants. This alpine flora grows only in the highest zones of the Pyrenees.
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