Grand Colon, Mountain summit in Belledonne range, France.
The Grand Colon rises to 2394 meters above sea level, featuring steep slopes and prominent rock formations across its mountainous terrain in the French Alps.
The Belledonne mountain range, including Grand Colon, has shaped local community development by serving as a natural barrier and resource provider since medieval times.
Local mountain guides regularly lead groups to Grand Colon's summit, sharing traditional Alpine knowledge and mountaineering techniques with visiting climbers.
Multiple marked trails lead to Grand Colon's summit, with the western route starting from Baraque du Colon refuge offering necessary supplies and shelter.
The summit presents an unobstructed view of Mont Blanc, allowing visitors to observe the highest point of Western Europe from a strategic vantage point.
Location: Paroisse la Croix de Belledonne
GPS coordinates: 45.16307,5.92681
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:39
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