Pointe d'Aveneyre, Mountain summit in canton Vaud, Switzerland
Description
Pointe d'Aveneyre is a mountain peak made of sedimentary rock that rises to 2,026 meters and offers views toward Lake Geneva and the Swiss Prealps. The summit consists of stacked rock layers that form its distinctive shape and structure.
History
The peak formed millions of years ago when sediment layers were compressed and pushed upward during the building of the Alpine mountains. These geological processes created the rocky ridge system visible today.
Culture
The pathways here are regularly used by local hikers who maintain connections between mountain communities through seasonal passage. These routes reflect how people have moved through the Alpine landscape for generations.
Practical
The hike takes about three hours round trip from Col de Chaude following marked trails through forested slopes and rocky sections. Wear sturdy hiking boots and bring weather-appropriate clothing, as conditions can shift quickly at this elevation.
Did you know?
The Pertuis d'Aveneyre is a natural rock passage at 1,846 meters that cuts through steep cliffs and provides an unexpectedly straightforward route to the summit. Few visitors realize this corridor makes the final approach far easier than it appears from below.
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