Pic de Cabaliros

Pic de Cabaliros is a 2334-meter summit rising between two major valleys with steep slopes alternating with open meadows. The terrain offers views across to neighboring peaks and forms part of the western Pyrenean range.

The mountain served as a regular destination for herders and mountain dwellers who used the high meadows for their livestock. It gained recognition in the 19th century as an achievable peak among climbers exploring the region.

The name Cabaliros comes from a history of pastoral practices where horses and livestock grazed on these slopes. You can sense this rural heritage by observing the meadows and stone structures that still dot the landscape.

Multiple marked hiking trails start from Pierrefitte-Nestalas and climb through forest sections before opening to alpine meadows. Proper footwear and physical fitness are important because the routes involve steady climbing through varied terrain.

An orientation table installed at the summit in 1993 points out the names and directions of surrounding peaks. This allows visitors to identify and understand hundreds of mountains across the wider Pyrenean massif.