Aiguille de Varan, Mountain summit in Giffre region, France
The Aiguille de Varan rises to 2,544 meters above sea level, featuring steep rock formations and offering views of Mont Blanc and Aravis Massifs.
The mountain paths around Aiguille de Varan developed through centuries as local shepherds established routes to reach high-altitude pastures during summer months.
Local mountaineering traditions include annual gatherings at Refuge de Varan, where experienced climbers share knowledge with newer generations of alpine enthusiasts.
Two main access routes lead to the mountain: a 5.4-kilometer path from Plateau d'Assy and a 5.5-kilometer trail from Bay-le-Coudray car park.
The summit contains a geological formation with a key col at 207 meters northeast, while its nearest higher neighbor stands 464 meters away.
Location: Haute-Savoie
Elevation above the sea: 2,544 m
GPS coordinates: 45.95810,6.68286
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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Sanatorium Martel de Janville
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Cascade de l'Arpenaz
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Bon-Nant
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Église de Sallanches
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Col de Pierre Carrée
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Tête du Colonney
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Inscription romaine du col de la Forclas
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Pointe de Platé
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Le Marteau
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Granges de Passy
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Montagne des Gures
5.7 km
Église Saint-André de Domancy
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Chapelle de Bay
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Chapelle de l'Immaculée-Conception de Sallanches
5.2 km
Le Chatelet
6.3 km
Galaxy Bowling
5.5 km
Golf de Flaine
5.8 km
Église Saint-Joseph de Chedde
4.6 km
Église Saint-Martin de Saint-Martin sur Arve
3.7 km
Chapelle-école Saint-François-de-Sales de la Pierre de Sallanches
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Pointe du Dérochoir
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Cirque de Charbonnière
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Chalets de Platé
2.8 km
Chalets de Varan
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Chemin du Désert de Platé
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