Les Grandes Aiguilles

Les Grandes Aiguilles is a mountain summit in the Graian Alps rising to approximately 2900 meters with distinctive rocky formations. Multiple marked routes cross the peak, passing through different terrain types and elevations.

The Graian Alps region formed a natural border between French and Italian territories over many centuries. This geographic position made the area strategically important in medieval mountain conflicts.

The area around the summit serves as a traditional passage for herders moving their flocks to higher pastures during summer months. This longstanding practice continues to shape the landscape today.

Visitors should bring proper gear and mountaineering experience, as the ascent requires several hours of walking through changing terrain. It is wise to check conditions beforehand and start early to have enough daylight hours.

The area holds multiple natural lakes at varying elevations, creating a network of water bodies throughout the landscape. These lakes often surprise visitors and define the character of the Versoyen valley between the peaks.

Location: Bourg Saint Maurice

Elevation above the sea: 2,905 m

GPS coordinates: 45.70610,6.78460

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:23