The Pic de Nore
Climb up to the Pic de Nore and enjoy the 360° panoramic view as the Montagne Noire mountains stretch out below your feet!
THE PIC DE NORE: THE HIGHEST POINT IN THE MONTAGNE NOIRE
The Pic de Nore is the highest point in the Montagne Noire at an altitude of 1,211 metres and with incredible views.
Its nickname is ‘Le Petit Ventoux’ and it can be easily recognised thanks to the red and black antenna at the top!
Whether you’re walking, cycling or snowshoeing, you can climb the Pic de Nore in both summer and winter and enjoy the 360° panoramic view!
You’ll be enthralled at the uninterrupted views of some stunning landscapes, including furrows of the Aude department, the Pyrenees mountain range, the Minervois and Corbières plains, the Lacaune mountains, the southern reaches of the Cévennes range and even the Mediterranean Sea on a clear day!
There are a number of orientation boards to help you get your bearings in this spectacular environment.
HIKING UP THE PIC DE NORE
For those who enjoy hiking in the mountains, the Pic de Nore is a popular climb!
Of the many hiking trails in the Montagne Noire, the ‘Le Roc du Nouret’ loop trail will guide you to the peak. After crossing through beech forests and across heathland, you’ll reach the famous Pic de Nore antenna and your efforts will be rewarded with a breathtaking view!
A CLIMB POPULAR WITH CYCLISTS
The Pic de Nore is one of the iconic climbs in the world of cycling.
With its elevation and steep slopes, it attracts sporting enthusiasts and has even hosted competitions. During the 1990s, the summit was a regular feature in the famous French Critérium International race.
In 1995, the region’s very own Laurent Jalabert won the Pic de Nore stage of this race. Cycling legend Jalabert cycles to the summit via the mountain roads in the Montagne Noire every year.
In 2018, the Pic de Nore featured in the Tour de France for the very first time. Riders climbed to the top via the northern slopes from Mazamet and came back down the southern slopes towards Carcassonne.
THE PIC DE NORE: THE HIGHEST POINT IN THE MONTAGNE NOIRE
The Pic de Nore is the highest point in the Montagne Noire at an altitude of 1,211 metres and with incredible views.
Its nickname is ‘Le Petit Ventoux’ and it can be easily recognised thanks to the red and black antenna at the top!
Whether you’re walking, cycling or snowshoeing, you can climb the Pic de Nore in both summer and winter and enjoy the 360° panoramic view!
You’ll be enthralled at the uninterrupted views of some stunning landscapes, including furrows of the Aude department, the Pyrenees mountain range, the Minervois and Corbières plains, the Lacaune mountains, the southern reaches of the Cévennes range and even the Mediterranean Sea on a clear day!
There are a number of orientation boards to help you get your bearings in this spectacular environment.
HIKING UP THE PIC DE NORE
For those who enjoy hiking in the mountains, the Pic de Nore is a popular climb!
Of the many hiking trails in the Montagne Noire, the ‘Le Roc du Nouret’ loop trail will guide you to the peak. After crossing through beech forests and across heathland, you’ll reach the famous Pic de Nore antenna and your efforts will be rewarded with a breathtaking view!
A CLIMB POPULAR WITH CYCLISTS
The Pic de Nore is one of the iconic climbs in the world of cycling.
With its elevation and steep slopes, it attracts sporting enthusiasts and has even hosted competitions. During the 1990s, the summit was a regular feature in the famous French Critérium International race.
In 1995, the region’s very own Laurent Jalabert won the Pic de Nore stage of this race. Cycling legend Jalabert cycles to the summit via the mountain roads in the Montagne Noire every year.
In 2018, the Pic de Nore featured in the Tour de France for the very first time. Riders climbed to the top via the northern slopes from Mazamet and came back down the southern slopes towards Carcassonne.
