Aiguille de Quaix, Mountain summit in Chartreuse massif, France.
The Aiguille de Quaix reaches 1143 meters in height and presents a distinctive canine-shaped peak formed from grey limestone in the French Alps.
Local mountaineers established multiple climbing routes on Aiguille de Quaix, transforming this natural formation into an accessible destination for alpine enthusiasts.
The mountain serves as a training ground where experienced climbers mentor novices in traditional alpine techniques and safety protocols.
The ascent starts from Planfay at 823 meters, following a marked forest trail that leads to several climbing routes with a vertical gain of 400 meters.
The northeast to southwest traverse of Aiguille de Quaix offers technical climbing rated PD (Peu Difficile), suitable for intermediate mountaineers.
Location: Isère
Elevation above the sea: 1,143 m
Made from material: limestone
GPS coordinates: 45.26711,5.72056
Latest update: June 23, 2025 14:56
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