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    Midi d'Ossau

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

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    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.