Puig de l'Artiga del Rei, Mountain peak at France-Spain border in Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste and Molló
The Puig de l'Artiga del Rei rises to 1,640 meters, forming a natural boundary between France and Spain in the eastern section of the Pyrenees mountains.
The mountain territory changed ownership in 1659 when the Treaty of the Pyrenees established new borders between France and Spain, affecting local mountain communities.
The mountain stands as a reference point for shepherds who maintain traditional livestock practices, moving their herds between Spanish and French pastures.
Hiking trails to the summit start from both Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste and Molló, with markers guiding visitors through established mountain paths throughout the year.
The mountain creates a natural water divide, directing streams toward the Mediterranean through different valleys in both French and Spanish territories.
Location: Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste
Location: Molló
Elevation above the sea: 1,640 m
GPS coordinates: 42.39491,2.39982
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:55
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