What Happened to the Famous Sign at the Top of Mont Ventoux?
Explore · Guest Post · Stay FitAccording to le fils who cycles up there regularly, the Mont Ventoux sign has been taken before, and has been replaced, each time with different heights recorded. The most recent height (see the photo) of 1911m
The “Ventouman” who has summited this mountain more times than there are days in the year. What do you think was the sign stolen by souvenir hunters or just part of local maintenance work?
More articles on Mont Ventoux:
Venasque a Village With a Views of Mont Ventoux
Dine in the vines near Mont Ventoux!
Conquering the mighty Mont Ventoux
Watching the Tour de France on Mont Ventoux
Malaucène a Gateway to Mont Ventoux
A Grueling Ride up Mont Ventoux or Relaxing at a Spa?
Cycling in the Shadow of Mont Ventoux
Tour de France: Mount Ventoux Wines
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