Pic de Sacroux

Pic de Sacroux stands at 2648 meters in elevation within the French Pyrenees, featuring steep rocky slopes and narrow ridges along its ascent path.

The mountain path incorporates sections of the Chemin de l'Impératrice, a historical route that connected French and Spanish territories through the Pyrenees mountain range.

Local shepherds maintain traditional grazing practices in the grasslands surrounding Pic de Sacroux, preserving centuries-old agricultural methods in the region.

The ascent requires approximately 8 hours and 45 minutes round trip from Hospice de France parking area, with an elevation gain of 1550 meters.

The summit contains remnants of former weather monitoring equipment, indicating its past role in regional meteorological research and observation.

Elevation above the sea: 2,648 m

GPS coordinates: 42.70080,0.59250

Latest update: June 23, 2025 03:00