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Barre des Écrins

mountain, France
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Barre des Écrins is the highest peak in the Dauphiné Alps, a mountain range in southeastern France. It stands at 13,459 feet (4,102 meters). This mountain is part of the Écrins National Park, which was established in 1973 and is the second-largest national park in France. The park encompasses several Alpine peaks, including Barre des Écrins, and features diverse flora and fauna, such as larch forests, rare orchids, marmots, chamois, and various Alpine birds. The region is popular for activities like skiing and mountain climbing.12

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