Pointe Gias Vieux, Mountain summit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
The Pointe Gias Vieux reaches an elevation of 2,605 meters, presenting steep slopes and rocky terrain characteristic of the southern French Alps landscape.
The mountain stands as a natural boundary marker within the Mercantour National Park, established in 1979 to protect the Alpine ecosystems and geological formations.
Local shepherds maintain traditional pastoral practices around the mountain slopes, continuing centuries-old methods of seasonal livestock management in the French Alps.
Hikers access the summit through a 9-kilometer trail starting from Gialorgues track, requiring proper mountaineering equipment and navigation skills for the unmarked sections.
The mountain path traverses through diverse elevation zones, from 1,940 to 2,605 meters, revealing different geological formations and Alpine plant communities.
Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Elevation above the sea: 2,605 m
GPS coordinates: 44.26667,6.80000
Latest update: July 1, 2025 11:35
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