Cime de Mercantour, Mountain summit in Alpes-Maritimes, France.
The Cime de Mercantour rises to 2,251 meters, featuring steep slopes and rocky outcrops that define its distinct profile against the Alpine skyline.
Ancient trade routes from the Middle Ages connected valleys through the Mercantour massif, supporting commerce between French and Italian merchants.
Local shepherds maintain traditional summer grazing practices on the mountain slopes, continuing centuries-old pastoral traditions in the French Alps.
Hikers access the summit through marked trails from Boréon village, requiring proper mountain equipment and approximately six hours for a round trip.
The mountain stands at a geographical point where Alpine ibex populations from France and Italy naturally converge during seasonal migrations.
Elevation above the sea: 2,251 m
GPS coordinates: 44.13333,7.30000
Latest update: July 14, 2025 16:35
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