L'Arche, Viewpoint and summit in Ancelle, France.
The summit of L'Arche reaches an elevation of 2,256 meters and offers views over the Piolit mountain range and surrounding valleys.
L'Arche summit has served as a natural landmark for shepherds and inhabitants of the Champsaur valley in the Hautes-Alpes for centuries.
The paths leading to L'Arche are part of traditional hiking routes where local families pass down their mountain knowledge through generations.
Reaching the summit requires proper hiking equipment, and crampons are recommended when residual snow is present on the trails.
The geological formations visible from L'Arche reveal the different rock layers that form the mountains of the Hautes-Alpes region.
Location: Ancelle
GPS coordinates: 44.60704,6.24085
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:38
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