Mont Orchez

Mont Orchez is a mountain summit in the Chablais Alps featuring limestone cliffs suitable for climbing. The peak rises above the Arve Valley and contains several established routes with varying difficulty levels.

The mountain served as a traditional passage between the villages of Marignier and Châtillon-sur-Cluses over many generations. Local communities relied on these routes for commerce and travel through the Alps.

The limestone walls attract local and visiting climbers who return regularly to practice their skills. This summit has become a gathering place for the regional climbing community.

The hike takes around one and a half hours on a marked trail starting from a nearby parking area. Spring through autumn offers the most favorable conditions for visiting and climbing.

The climbing routes have names like La Goulotte and Cheminee Geologique that have drawn climbers for years. Despite its popularity among the climbing community, the mountain remains relatively quiet and less crowded than other climbing areas in the region.

Location: Haute-Savoie

Elevation above the sea: 1,347 m

GPS coordinates: 46.09972,6.55166

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:26