Mont Pourri, Summit in Vanoise Massif, France
Mont Pourri is a summit in the Graian Alps located in the Vanoise region at 3,779 meters high. Glaciers cover much of its northeastern side and extend down to around 2,000 meters in elevation.
The first recorded ascent took place in 1861, with other climbers reaching the summit within a few years. These early expeditions marked the opening of the mountain to 19th century mountaineers.
The name comes from the steep rocky faces that show signs of weathering and breakdown. This gives the mountain a striking appearance that locals have long associated with decay and age.
Those who want to climb this summit need to bring crampons and an ice axe to navigate the steep icy sections. The ascent requires physical fitness and experience with alpine mountaineering.
Two hanging glaciers near the village of La Gurraz are among the lowest permanent ice formations in the entire Vanoise region. This rare combination of low-lying glaciers and steep terrain makes the area geologically distinctive.
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