Haute-Pointe

Haute-Pointe is a mountain summit in Haute-Savoie that rises to 1,958 meters elevation within the northern Alps. From the peak, you can see the Mont Blanc Massif and surrounding Alpine ranges stretching across the horizon.

Shepherds have used the mountain routes around this summit as passage ways for moving livestock through Alpine pastures for centuries. These traditional paths shaped how people moved through the mountains and remain visible in the landscape today.

The summit area maintains traditional mountain farming practices, with active Alpine dairy production occurring in the nearby Chalets des Têtes.

The hiking route starts at the parking area near Col de la Ramaz and follows marked trails for a round-trip of about 6.4 kilometers. In winter, you can explore the mountain on snowshoes or use alternative paths through Col de Chavan for different approaches.

The mountain is composed of sedimentary rock that tells the geological story of Alpine formation and development. These rock layers offer geologists clues about how the mountain range came to be.

Location: Haute-Savoie

Location: Mieussy

Elevation above the sea: 1,958 m

Made from material: sedimentary rock

Part of: Préalpes médianes nappe

GPS coordinates: 46.17531,6.54973

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:25