Mont de Grange

Mont de Grange is a mountain summit in the Alps with distinctive ridges and rocky slopes formed from sedimentary rock. The massif features four prominent crests that shape its pyramidal profile when viewed from the valleys below.

The name comes from the French word 'Grange', meaning barn or storage, linked to early use for storing supplies from surrounding valleys. Over time, the mountain became central to the local alpine economy through pastoralism and farming.

The mountain supports traditional alpine farming practices visible to visitors on its upper slopes. Herds still graze on the high pastures, reflecting centuries of human use by shepherds and farmers from the surrounding valleys.

The mountain is best visited from late spring through early autumn when trails are clear of snow and weather is more stable. Hikers should depart early and come prepared for changing mountain weather, as conditions can shift rapidly throughout the day.

The mountain's distinctive pyramidal shape has been sculpted by glaciers and erosion over thousands of years into nearly perfect geometric forms. This natural architecture makes it instantly recognizable from the surrounding valleys and different from neighboring summits in the region.

Location: Abondance

Location: La Chapelle-d'Abondance

Location: Châtel

Elevation above the sea: 2,432 m

Made from material: sedimentary rock

Part of: Brèche nappe, Chablais Geopark

GPS coordinates: 46.26245,6.78057

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42