This admirable mountain (Mons mirabilis) is finely chiselled by erosion, like a majestic stone lace, rising to 755 m. The first Alpine outcrop in the Rhône Valley, it is home to typical Mediterranean vegetation.
The name Dentelles de Montmirail comes from the Latin 'mons mirabilis' which means admirable mountain. Finely chiselled by erosion, the Dentelles de Montmirail stand like lace carved in stone, and peak at 755 m. The Dentelles are the farthest foothills of the Alps, in the Rhone valley, yet vegetation is characteristically Mediterranean, with aromatic herbs, green oak, Aleppo pine. Vineyards planted on the flanks of the hills provide very prestigious vintage wines. Many sports and leisure activities take place in the Dentelles de Montmirail - strolling through the many villages, hiking, biking, mountain biking, climbing. Check out all the documentation which is available in the Tourism Offices in the towns and villages in the area.
Rates
Free access.
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Openings
All year 2026 - Open everyday
Location
- www.ventouxprovence.fr
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