Aiguille de Talèfre

The Aiguille de Talèfre reaches an elevation of 3,730 meters and forms part of the natural border between France and Italy in the Mont Blanc range.

Mountain guides and climbers began mapping routes to the summit during the early 1800s, establishing this peak as a significant mountaineering destination.

The mountain communities of Chamonix and Courmayeur maintain alpine traditions centered around this peak through seasonal mountain guide celebrations.

Climbing the Aiguille de Talèfre requires advanced technical preparation and complete mountaineering equipment for the established routes.

The summit marks a geographical point on the watershed line between the Adriatic Sea and the Mediterranean Sea.

Location: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Location: Courmayeur

Elevation above the sea: 3,730 m

Part of: France–Italy border, drainage divide between the Adriatic and Mediterranean seas

GPS coordinates: 45.89950,7.00378

Latest update: June 23, 2025 14:55