Massif and Point of Marguareis

  • Mountain
  • Peak
Elevation : 2651m
Piste du Marguareïs, 06430 La Brigue
It is the only limestone massif in the Ligurian Alps that presents a highly evolved karstic surface model with a dense screening of lapiaz, dolines and chasms giving its surface a fascinating characteristic lunar appearance...
The incredible natural site of Cretaceous-Jurassic age, with its Pointe Marguareis and its foothills, locks the upstream part of the Réfrei valley, in the commune of Tende and the enclave of the commune of La Brigue. An area classified Natura 2000, protected by the "Parco Marguareis", an Italian natural park, its highest point, Punta Marguareis, at 2651 m, takes you to the roof of the Ligurian Alps and its sea view. With a massive presence of limestone rocks, giving the mountain its special...

Openings

Openings

All year 2025 - Open everyday

Subject to favorable weather
Subject to snow conditions

Location

Location

Massif and Point of Marguareis
Elevation : 2651m
Piste du Marguareïs, 06430 La Brigue

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • High mountain
  • Isolated
  • Close to GR footpath
  • Panoramic view
  • Presence of livestock and guard dogs
  • Cycling itinerary less than 1 km away
Updated on 10 January 2023 at 14:33
by Office de Tourisme Menton, Riviera & Merveilles
(Offer identifier : 5074502)
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