Canigou (Catalan Canigó) (el. 2 784,66 m./9137 ft.)'s a mountain located in the Pyrenees of southern France. Due to its sharp flanks and its dramatic location close to the coast, until the 18th century the Canigó was believed to be the highest mountain in the Pyrenees. Trekking and sightseeing Spectacular jeep tracks on the north side of the massif lead to the Chalet de Cortalets (at 2150 m.) which's a popular outpost for walkers. There're two ancient monasteries at the foot of the mo… (More on Canigou)