Mouille Rousse, Mountain summit in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Mouille Rousse is a summit reaching 1516 meters in the Graie Alps located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. The peak sits at a position that marks the transition between different altitude zones and vegetation types.
The mountain has served as a guiding point for local communities across several centuries, helping them navigate the region. Its position made it important for marking boundaries and establishing travel routes through the area.
The name comes from local speech and describes the damp, reddish soil that gives the mountain its character. Hikers notice these ground features, especially on the upper sections of the climb.
The climb requires proper equipment and should be planned during good weather, especially in winter when conditions become challenging. Hikers should check weather forecasts and start early in the day to have enough daylight hours.
Specific microclimates develop here due to altitude differences, supporting rare plant species adapted to these extreme conditions. Visitors can observe how flora shifts dramatically while ascending to the summit.
Elevation above the sea: 1,516 m
GPS coordinates: 46.12317,6.64691
Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:24
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