La Cucumelle

La Cucumelle is a mountain summit in the Hautes-Alpes standing at approximately 2,700 meters with steep slopes composed of slate rock. The approach leads to a narrow summit plateau that can be accessed from several directions.

The mountain has long served as a key geographic landmark for travelers navigating the French Alps and finding their way through the region. This role as a natural marker shaped how people understood the local landscape for generations.

The summit serves as a gathering point for climbers who come to experience the vast panoramic views of the surrounding Alpine peaks. This place holds special meaning for those who spend time in the high mountains.

The best time to climb is from June through September when weather is more stable and snow fields have melted away. The Le Bachas chairlift reduces the walking distance from the starting point, though this does not make the final ascent easier.

The summit has a distinctive cone shape with light-colored slate peaks that make it visually recognizable from a distance. This striking outline serves as an unmistakable landmark when viewed from the valley of Monêtier-les-Bains below.