Mont Aigoual observatory
Valleraugue, France
The last staffed mountain weather observatory in France, at 1,565 m, with an exhibition on weather and climate. On clear days you can see from the Alps to the Mediterranean; it is often windy and cold.
- Nearest town
- Valleraugue, France
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 44.1215, 3.5815
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Camping Le TérondelCampsite8 km from Mont Aigoual observatoryTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Domaine de PradinesCampsite19 km from Mont Aigoual observatoryTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- La TièreCampsite21 km from Mont Aigoual observatory · 52 pitchesTentsElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Le Mas de la CamCampsite22 km from Mont Aigoual observatory · 199 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping municipal Le Pont du TarnCampsite24 km from Mont Aigoual observatoryTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping des SourcesCampsite25 km from Mont Aigoual observatory · 92 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Mont Aigoual observatory?
Mont Aigoual observatory is in Valleraugue, France, at GPS 44.1215, 3.5815. It is about 14 km from Meyrueis.
Can you camp near Mont Aigoual observatory?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Le Mouretou, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 71 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Mont Aigoual observatory?
Mont Aigoual observatory is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Hérault gorges and the Cévennes.
What is there to see near Mont Aigoual observatory?
Places worth a stop nearby: Cirque de Navacelles (26 km), Aven Armand (27 km), Gorges du Tarn (29 km) and Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert (43 km).
When is the best time to visit Mont Aigoual observatory?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)