Cime de Pal, Alpine summit in Mercantour National Park, France
Cime de Pal is an alpine summit in the Mercantour-Argentera massif rising to 2588 meters. The peak offers broad views over the surrounding valleys and ridges that shape the character of this mountainous terrain.
Early mountaineers explored this area in the 19th century, marking out routes through the massif. These initial efforts established the paths that hikers still follow today.
Shepherds bring their flocks to the high pastures around this peak during the warmer months. The seasonal movement of animals between lower and higher elevations remains a visible part of life in these mountains.
The climb from Gialorgues Refuge takes roughly six hours and passes through Gialorgues Pass. Sturdy footwear and proper mountaineering gear are essential as the terrain is steep and exposed in places.
The peak is mainly composed of schist, a rock type common to this section of the French Alps. This stone shapes how the mountain looks and affects how water flows down the slopes.
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