Ascension du mont Aigoual par la voie de découverte

Description

Ideal for beginners and families. Enjoy rest stops as you explore; take the land art trail “Les balcons de l’Aigoual”. From Prat Peyrot, you take a magnificent, gently sloping country lane. All along the circuit, enjoy the views. Rest for a moment at the summit, near the weather station. The panorama is exceptional. Then return to Prat Peyrot without any hurry. From Prat-Peyrot : - Go downhill on the D269 and turn left onto the track closed to motorised vehicles to reach the summit of Mont Aigoual. - Turn left onto the D118 then the D18 to return to Prat-Peyrot.

Difficulty

Official rating: very easy, by Parc national des Cévennes.

Before you go

• Only attempt this circuit in good weather.
• Before committing yourself to a circuit, ensure that it is suitable for your activity level and ability. Respect traffic laws and other road users; stay in control of your speed and trajectory. Make sure to be seen and travel in single file when in a group. Remember that the weather changes quickly in the mountains. Take enough water. Safe trip!

Getting there

Start: Prat-Peyrot, Val-d'Aigoual (30).

Sources

• Track: Parc national des Cévennes, Licence Ouverte 1.0, Licence Ouverte 1.0 (Etalab) (destination.cevennes-parcnational.fr/trek/95022-Ascension-du-mont-Aigoual-par-la-voie-de-decouverte). Time estimated by GPX Path with the Mac app rule, breaks not included.
• Official elevation gain: 167 m, Parc national des Cévennes