Pic des Mouches

#4652 among destinations in France

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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The pic des Mouches is the highest summit of the Sainte-Victoire mountain; it culminates at 1 011 m of altitude. It is located on the path of the GR9 hiking trail.

Coordinates: 43°32'20"N, 5°38'44"E

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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurFrance

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Pic des Mouches – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Château de Vauvenargues, Montagne Sainte-Victoire, Rousset, Puyloubier.

2.3 miNW
Forts and castles
Château de Vauvenargues, Vauvenargues
60 min walk • The Château of Vauvenargues is a fortified bastide in the village of Vauvenargues, situated to the north of Montagne Sainte-Victoire, just outside the town of Aix-en-Provence in the south of France.
~90 ftNW
Natural attraction, Mountain, Park
Montagne Sainte-Victoire
1 min walk • Montagne Sainte-Victoire is a limestone mountain ridge in the south of France which extends over 18 km between the départements of Bouches-du-Rhône and Var.
4.4 miSW
Locality
Rousset
112 min walk • One of the must-see attractions in Rousset is the Château de Rousset, a historic castle that dates back to the 12th century. The castle's impressive architecture and well-preserved grounds provide visitors with a glimpse into the area's rich medieval past.
1.7 miSE
Locality
Puyloubier
43 min walk • Puyloubier is a commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France. In Puyloubier can be found the Institution des invalides de la Légion étrangère which is a retirement home for former members of the French Foreign Legion.
5.6 miSW
Locality
Beaurecueil
143 min walk • One of the main draws of Beaurecueil is its proximity to the iconic Sainte-Victoire mountain, which was immortalized in the paintings of renowned artist Paul Cézanne. Visitors can embark on scenic hikes or leisurely strolls along the well-marked trails that wind...
5.1 miSW
Locality
Châteauneuf-le-Rouge
132 min walk • Châteauneuf-le-Rouge is a commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France.
5.1 miSE
Locality
Pourrières
131 min walk • One of the main attractions in Pourrières is the stunning Sainte-Victoire Mountain, which looms majestically in the distance. The mountain, immortalized in the paintings of renowned artist Paul Cézanne, offers breathtaking hiking trails and panoramic views of the...