Pic de la Pyramide, Alpine summit at 3382 meters in the French Alps.
Pic de la Pyramide is an alpine summit in the French Alps standing at 3382 meters, notable for its sharp triangular outline. Glaciers surround the peak on multiple sides, creating a dramatic setting within the high mountain terrain.
The summit was first climbed in the mid-1800s as mountaineers explored new routes in the region. Several climbing paths were developed and recorded by local guides over the following decades.
Local mountain guides pass down their specific climbing techniques and knowledge of this summit to new generations of mountaineers.
The route demands alpine climbing gear and technical skill, including crampons and rope work for glacier sections. Expect the ascent to take seven to ten hours from the parking area, depending on weather and group experience.
The Grand Sablat glacier crossed during the climb shifts seasonally with deep crevasses that change position year to year. Local guides must reassess the safest crossing points annually to maintain the route's passability.
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