Le Fifre

Le Fifre is a mountain summit in the Écrins Massif with an elevation of around 3700 meters, characterized by steep rock faces on its slopes. Glaciers and snowfields cover much of its surface year-round, creating a rugged alpine landscape.

The mountain saw its first recorded ascent in 1881 when the Almer family and William Auguste Coolidge reached the summit. Since then it has become an established goal for alpinists exploring the Écrins region.

The peak takes its name from an old French word for pipe, drawing mountaineers worldwide who seek technical challenges in this part of the Alps. Climbers who reach this summit value its position within a network of other demanding peaks and its place in alpine heritage.

The approach is technically demanding and requires experience with climbing gear and glacier techniques. Check weather forecasts ahead of time and consult with local mountain guides about current conditions before attempting the climb.

The summit sits in a natural corridor between two other well-known peaks, creating distinctive wind patterns that shape the climbing experience. This geographic position produces conditions found nowhere else in the surrounding area.

Location: Isère

Elevation above the sea: 3,699 m

GPS coordinates: 44.91638,6.35633

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:26