The Pic of Vissou
Visible from a distance, the Pic of Vissou has an attractive allure and is like a signal! Its peak is likened to the shape of a shark’s tooth. This old mountain is more than 330 million years old. Overlooking from its height of almost 1 600 ft isthe wine-growing area of Cabrières.
A real paradise for nature lovers, geology or prehistory, its numerous fossils and paleolithic vestiges make it a remarkable site. To find out more about all its treasures, a visit to the wine museum of the Cabrières wine cooperative is highly recommended.
From there you can make a discovery tour of the Pic of Vissou by taking the hiking circuit that goes from one end to the other through the vineyards and olive groves. Just one little bit of advice, taste the excellent award-winning vintage wines on your way back !
This extraordinary landscape can also be contemplated from above… bu taking-off with a paraglide monitor from the crest of the Pic of Vissou in complete confidence.
The Pic of Vissou its surronding environnement : the lake Salagou and the Cirque of Mourèze… Allow yourself to be tempted, you’ll be in good company with fervent free-flying professional gliders.