Tête de Viraysse, Mountain summit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
The Tête de Viraysse reaches an elevation of 2,771 meters above sea level and stands as the 61st highest peak in Parc national du Mercantour.
The Viraysse Battery, constructed between 1885 and 1889 at 2,772 meters, represents the highest fortified structure in France built for monitoring activities toward Italy.
The nearby Saint Ours hamlet maintains connections to Scottish religious history through its namesake saint who performed miracles and attracted numerous pilgrims.
The hiking trail to Tête de Viraysse spans 17.9 kilometers with a 969-meter elevation gain, requiring approximately 6 hours and 15 minutes to complete.
The mountain features a key col located 188 meters northeast at coordinates 44.473889 latitude and 6.86 longitude, connecting to neighboring peaks.
Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
GPS coordinates: 44.46667,6.86667
Latest update: April 1, 2025 16:33
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