Pointe des Lanchettes

Pointe des Lanchettes is an Alpine summit located in the French Alps, positioned between Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Les Contamines-Montjoie. The peak rises to approximately 3085 meters and forms a natural boundary between these two mountain communities.

The peak was shaped by glacial processes that created the rock formations typical of this elevation. This mountain landscape bears traces of ice movement over thousands of years that carved out the Alpine terrain.

Mountain guides pass down their knowledge of Pointe des Lanchettes climbing routes to new generations of mountaineers through practical training.

Reaching this summit requires alpine climbing skills and proper mountain equipment. Visitors should wait for good weather and go with experienced mountain guides, as conditions at this altitude can change quickly.

From here you can see Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps, clearly visible in the distance. The view also shows the glaciers of this region, which change with the seasons.

Location: Bourg-Saint-Maurice

Location: Les Contamines-Montjoie

Elevation above the sea: 3,085 m

GPS coordinates: 45.76954,6.78016

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:24