Roche de la Muzelle

Roche de la Muzelle is a peak in the Massif des Écrins mountain range that reaches roughly 3,465 meters above sea level. The ascent passes through grassy terrain before reaching glacier-covered sections near the summit, with expansive views across the surrounding mountains and valleys.

The mountain was first climbed in 1875 by English climbers accompanied by experienced guides from the Swiss Alps. The northeast ridge route became a popular path for mountaineers in the following decades.

The mountain serves as a symbol of French alpinism, with its northeast ridge route established by mountaineers Bouvier and Clerc in 1928.

Start your climb from a mountain refuge at roughly 2,115 meters elevation, ascending through grassy slopes before reaching glacier terrain. The best climbing season runs from summer through early fall when glacier conditions are more stable and safer for travel.

The summit has a distinctive pyramid-shaped silhouette that stands out clearly from the surrounding mountains. A permanent glacier covers the northern face, creating an striking visual feature visible from many vantage points in the region.