Pic de l'Alzina

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Pic de l'Alzina, Mountain peak in Casteil, France.

The Pic de l'Alzina reaches an elevation of 1013 meters in the Eastern Pyrenees, providing views across Vernet-les-Bains and Mount Canigou.

The paths of Pic de l'Alzina were frequented by writer Rudyard Kipling in the early 1900s, serving as inspiration for his regional writings.

The Alzina viewpoint reveals the Catalan flag flying on Pic de la Pena, representing the French-Catalan heritage of the region.

The circular hiking trail extends 7 kilometers and requires approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete, with an elevation gain of 360 meters.

The Paradise viewpoint, also known as Kipling's Rock, marks a significant stop along the path to the summit.

Location: Casteil

Location: Vernet-les-Bains

Elevation above the sea: 1,013.8 m

GPS coordinates: 42.53754,2.39991

Latest update: May 23, 2025 21:34

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