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Dreaming Of France: Pic Du Midi

This observatory in the Pyrénées mixes unbeatable views, science, and a bit of luxury.

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Apr 21, 2023
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The Pic du Midi de Bigorre is located in the Hautes Pyrénées department and the Occitanie Region. The observatory perched on top of the 2877-meter summit allows for panoramic views across the 300 km mountain range that runs along the French and Spanish border.

Visitors reach the Pic by cable car (€47 for an adul…

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