Midi d'Ossau

Midi d'Ossau / Photo: Cptcv (via Wikimedia Commons)
Midi d'Ossau / Photo: Cptcv (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Midi d'Osseau (2,884 m) is in the minds of every Pyreneanist, even if it is not a 3,000 m. Its privileged position has eclipsed the fame of other great Pyrenean peaks. Its privileged position has eclipsed the fame of other great Pyrenean peaks.

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 Altitude: 2886m


Situation:

French Pyrenees, Department of the French Pyrénées-Atlantiques, head of the Ossau valley.


When to go:

The most appropriate time is August, but it is a climb that can be done at any time of the year. In winter conditions for experienced mountaineers.


Difficulties of the route:

Medium-high difficulty, including the normal route (from the Refugio de la Pombie) and especially in winter.


Complicated sections:

- Wherever you climb, the whole ascent is full of tricky steps.
- When descending, you should pay as much attention as possible.


Recommended equipment:

- Equipment for roping up, climbing equipment and some abseiling on the descent.
Ice axe and crampons in winter.