Pointe de l'Échelle, Mountain summit in Savoie, France
The Pointe de l'Échelle rises to 3,422 meters within the Vanoise Massif, displaying steep slopes and exposed rock formations across its eastern face.
The mountain became part of the Vanoise National Park in 1963, marking a significant step in French alpine conservation and environmental protection efforts.
Local mountaineering traditions include annual gatherings at the Refuge du Fond d'Aussois, where climbers share experiences and techniques specific to this peak.
Two mountain refuges, Fond d'Aussois at 2,329 meters and Peclet Polset at 2,479 meters, provide base camps for ascending the summit.
The peak marks the intersection of three communes: Pralognan-la-Vanoise, Aussois, and Villarodin-Bourget, creating a natural administrative boundary point.
Location: Savoie
Elevation above the sea: 3,422 m
GPS coordinates: 45.26919,6.68506
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:09
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