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Punta Plattes de Chamois, Alpine summit in Aosta Valley, France

The Punta Plattes de Chamois reaches an elevation of 3,162 meters, featuring steep slopes and a prominent position along the ridge dividing Valgrisenche valleys.

Giovanni Bobba completed the first recorded ascent of Punta Plattes de Chamois on September 2, 1889, accompanied by a mountain guide from Rhêmes.

The mountain stands as a natural boundary between France and Italy, marking a historical passage used by travelers since Roman times.

Access to Punta Plattes de Chamois requires technical climbing equipment, including ropes, helmets, ice axes, and crampons for both summer and winter ascents.

The mountain offers views of the Suessa Glacier, where climbers navigate slopes with 35-degree inclines while managing potential crevasse hazards.

Elevation above the sea: 3,162 m

GPS coordinates: 45.53333,7.00000

Latest update: August 2, 2025 12:48

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