Le Plaret, Mountain summit in Isère, France
Le Plaret is a mountain summit in the Western Alps standing at 3563 meters high. Its three main faces offer different climbing routes and difficulty levels for mountaineers seeking varied challenges.
In the 19th century, the mountain became known in climbing circles after a tragic incident when young climber Henry Cordier died while descending from the summit. This event marked the peak in mountaineering records and awareness.
The peak belongs to the Western Alps region of High Dauphiné, where generations of French mountaineers have developed specialized climbing techniques and routes.
Summer months offer the best climbing conditions with stable weather and accessible routes. The area can be reached from Grenoble by heading toward Bourg d'Oisans or Saint-Christophe before beginning the climb.
Two glaciers flank the slopes: La Selle Glacier on the northern face and Le Plaret Glacier on the eastern side. Both display visible effects of climate change, serving as markers of the shifting Alpine landscape.
Location: Isère
Elevation above the sea: 3,563 m
GPS coordinates: 44.96847,6.25925
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:25
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