Tête de Parassac, Mountain summit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
The Tête de Parassac rises to an elevation of 2,765 meters within the Mercantour-Argentera mountain range, offering views across the Maritime Alps.
The establishment of Mercantour National Park around Tête de Parassac in the twentieth century secured the protection of local alpine ecosystems.
The mountain serves as a meeting point for French and Italian outdoor enthusiasts who regularly traverse the cross-border trails throughout the seasons.
Hikers can complete the 18.9-kilometer circuit from Larche in approximately 7 hours and 40 minutes, encountering an elevation gain of 1,125 meters.
The summit stands as the 55th highest peak among 740 mountains within the Mercantour National Park boundaries, with specific coordinates at 44.383333, 6.85.
Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
GPS coordinates: 44.38333,6.85000
Latest update: November 12, 2025 05:24
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