Le Portalet

Le Portalet stands at 3,344 meters in elevation within the Mont Blanc massif, positioned between the glaciers of Trient and Saleina in Valais canton.

The mountain gained recognition in 2001 when climbers Didier Berthod and François Mathey established a 45-meter-long route featuring a natural protection crack formation.

Local mountaineers gather at Cabane de Orny, exchanging experiences and forming connections while preparing for ascents of Le Portalet and neighboring peaks.

The summit features multiple climbing routes with varying difficulties, including the technical Histoire sans Fin path, which requires advanced climbing skills and proper equipment.

Two distinct subsidiary peaks complement the main summit: the Grand Clocher at 2,983 meters and the needle-shaped Petit Clocher at 2,823 meters.

Location: Orsières

Elevation above the sea: 3,344 m

GPS coordinates: 45.99161,7.05607

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:59