Puig de Collade Verde

Puig de Collade Verde is a mountain summit in the French Pyrenees near Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste that stands around 2,400 meters high. The peak rises within protected natural areas and forms a distinctive point across the alpine landscape.

The summit has served for centuries as a natural border marker between French and Spanish territory. Its position along the mountain range made it a key reference point when the region's boundaries were defined.

The name blends Catalan and French linguistic roots, showing the mixed heritage of this border region. The slopes display typical high mountain vegetation with alpine meadows and low shrubby plants.

Several hiking paths lead from Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste to the summit, some starting near visitor facilities for the natural reserves. The trails demand good physical fitness and sturdy footwear, especially at higher elevations where the terrain becomes rough.

The peak sits fully within two adjacent natural reserves, which is uncommon among peaks in this region. This placement makes it a particularly vital location for ecological diversity and protection of alpine plant and animal life.