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Montagne Sainte Victoire, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur

4.7

#10 of 119 in Nature in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur

Mountain Nature / Park Must See

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The peak of Montagne Sainte Victoire is called Pic des Mooches, and measures 1,011 m (3,317 ft) high. Paul Cézanne famously painted the mountain from his window. The limestone peak, dotted with coniferous trees, is a popular spot for hikers, trekkers, and campers. It can be chilly near the peak, so dress accordingly. To visit Montagne Sainte Victoire on your trip to Vauvenargues, use our Vauvenargues holiday app.

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Montagne Sainte Victoire Reviews

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4.6

• By Carol S

  This majestic mountain rises dramatically and visibly for miles around. It appearance changes constantly as the light moves, or one moves oneself--thus the appeal to artists. I don't know too many...  more »

• By Tim A

  Caught the 110 public bus from Aix En Provence (stop is just around the corner from the main bus station) a return ticket cost a couple of Euro. You can ask the bus driver to drop you pretty much...  more »

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• By Pip Toogood

  We took the D17 from Aix, which runs along the southern edge. The weather was a bit rainy, and the mountain was sometimes shrouded in clouds, but there were great views from the stops along the road.

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• By Capucine Bancel

  A must seen

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