Torre Armengaud, Mountain summit in Benasque, Spain and Hautes-Pyrénées, France.
Description
Torre Armengaud is a mountain summit in the Pyrenees that straddles the border between Spain and France. The peak rises to 3,114 meters and forms a distinct landmark in this high mountain range.
History
The summit has drawn mountaineers since the early 1900s and became a reference point for mapping work in the border region. The route established itself over decades as an important passage for mountain expeditions.
Culture
Local mountain guides pass down knowledge about the climbing routes through generations, maintaining the traditions of alpine navigation in the Pyrenees.
Practical
Access to the summit comes by way of the Refugio de Estós and requires technical climbing gear and experience at high altitude. Visitors should expect demanding conditions and steep terrain.
Did you know?
The north and south faces display noticeably different geological features that create different climbing experiences depending on the approach route. These differences shape how climbers experience the mountain overall.
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