Mont Aigoual Weather Station
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France's highest manned weather station, still inhabited by meteorologists, offering panoramic views and a meteorology museum.

šŸ“œ France's highest manned weather station and meteorological observatory.
šŸ” Located at the 5,141-foot peak of Mont Aigoual, still inhabited by meteorologists.

Why Go

šŸžļø Stunning 360-degree panoramic views, including the Mediterranean Sea, Alps, and Pyrenees on clear days.
šŸ›ļø Visit a castle-like building from 1887, housing the last active mountain weather station in France.
šŸ”¬ Explore a meteorology museum with exhibitions, photos, videos, and equipment.
🚶 Access to numerous hiking trails (GR6, GR66, GR7) and cycling routes.

Why Avoid

ā˜” Known as "the watery one," one of France's wettest places with over seven feet of annual rainfall.
ā˜ļø Be prepared for wet, cloudy skies, persistent fog, and strong winds (up to 360km/hour recorded).
🄶 Always cool at the summit, even in summer.

Tips

šŸ“ž Check weather forecast before visiting (phone 3250).
🧣 Bring warm clothes, even in summer.
šŸš— Accessible by car, with parking available.

Hours

šŸ•’ May to September: daily 10am-1pm and 2pm-6pm. July 13 to August 25: daily 10am-7pm.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Parking lot available for coaches and cars.

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