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Aiguille du Plan, Mountain peak in Chamonix, France

The Aiguille du Plan reaches an elevation of 3,673 meters and stands among the granite needles forming the Chamonix Aiguilles range in the Mont Blanc massif.

The first recorded ascent of Aiguille du Plan occurred in 1871 by James Eccles with guides Alphonse Payot and Michel Payot through the southwest face.

Local mountain guides frequently lead expeditions to Aiguille du Plan, maintaining Alpine climbing traditions and passing knowledge through generations of mountaineers.

Climbers access Aiguille du Plan from Plan de l'Aiguille station at 2,317 meters, reached by the Aiguille du Midi cable car's first section.

The north face of Aiguille du Plan features a 600-meter vertical granite wall that attracts technical climbers from different countries throughout summer months.

Location: Haute-Savoie

Elevation above the sea: 3,673 m

Part of: Aiguilles de Chamonix

GPS coordinates: 45.89135,6.90647

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06

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