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Pointe de Charbonnel, Alpine peak in Bessans, France

The Pointe de Charbonnel reaches an elevation of 3760 meters in the Graian Alps, featuring extensive glacial formations along its slopes.

Mountain guides from Bessans valley began leading expeditions to Pointe de Charbonnel in the 1800s, marking the start of regular climbing activities.

Local mountaineering clubs organize yearly gatherings at Pointe de Charbonnel to celebrate the region's connection with alpine climbing traditions.

The ascent requires proper mountaineering equipment and typically takes two days, with overnight stays possible at designated mountain shelters.

The summit contains rare geological formations dating back millions of years, revealing the complex tectonic history of the Alps.

Location: Savoie

Elevation above the sea: 3,760 m

Website: http://geodesie.ign.fr/fiches/index.php?module=e&action=fichepdf&source=carte&sit_no=7304009

GPS coordinates: 45.28047,7.05567

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52

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