Gargas, Mountain summit in French Alps, France
The Gargas summit reaches an elevation of 1899 meters, featuring marked trails that lead through the Alpine terrain of southeastern France.
The mountain paths to Gargas summit have served as traditional routes for local shepherds and travelers crossing through the French Alps for generations.
The Notre-Dame de La Salette sanctuary near Gargas summit represents a significant religious landmark that draws visitors throughout the year.
Hikers can access Gargas through a 4.63-kilometer trail from the Notre-Dame de La Salette parking area, with a 400-meter elevation gain.
The summit position offers clear views of three different mountain ranges: the Écrins, Vercors, and Dévoluy massifs from a single vantage point.
Elevation above the sea: 1,899 m
GPS coordinates: 44.86472,5.96722
Latest update: November 12, 2025 23:00
Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette de Corps
1.1 km
Le Gargas
235 m
Église de Dorcières
1.7 km
Sommet du Colombier
2.4 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs de La Salette-Fallavaux
3 km
Panorama
1.2 km
Panorama
1.2 km
Station:13
1.2 km
Station:5
1.3 km
Station:1
1.2 km
Station:4
1.3 km
Station:2
1.3 km
Station:9
1.2 km
Station:10
1.2 km
Work of art
3 km
Station:8
1.2 km
Station:7
1.2 km
Station:6
1.2 km
Triangulation station, wayside cross, survey marker
1.2 km
Station:3
1.3 km
Station:11
1.1 km
Station:12
1.1 km
Station:14
1.1 km
Croix
1.2 km
Memorial stone, memorial
2.5 km
Croix de la Bonne mère
1.4 km
Croix de Rougny
2.6 km
Waterfall
3 kmReviews
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