Pic de Pène Blanque, Mountain summit in Occitanie, France
Pic de Pène Blanque rises to an elevation of 2,177 meters, featuring exposed rock formations and steep slopes in the Pyrenees mountain range.
The summit has served as a natural boundary marker between France and Spain since the Treaty of the Pyrenees was signed in 1659.
Local shepherds maintain traditional grazing practices on the lower slopes of Pic de Pène Blanque, continuing centuries-old mountain farming methods.
The ascent requires approximately 4 to 8 hours round trip from La Mongie parking area, with technical climbing equipment needed for the final section.
The summit contains rare geological formations that provide scientists with insights into the tectonic processes that formed the Pyrenees mountains.
GPS coordinates: 42.90187,0.19322
Latest update: March 13, 2025 07:55
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