Tête Rousse Glacier, Alpine glacier in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, France
Located at 3,500 meters altitude, Tête Rousse Glacier extends over 200 meters in length above the Montjoie Valley in the French Alps.
In 1892, the glacier released 80,000 cubic meters of water, creating a devastating flood that resulted in 175 casualties in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains.
The glacier forms part of the Mont Blanc climbing route, serving as a passage point for mountaineers heading toward the Goûter Refuge.
Since 2010, authorities monitor water pockets under the glacier through drainage tunnels and pumping operations costing 2.5 million euros.
Scientists discovered two subglacial water pockets containing 40,000 cubic meters of water at different depths within the glacier structure.
Location: Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
GPS coordinates: 45.85640,6.81917
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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