Pointe d'Areu, Summit in Haute-Savoie, France.

Pointe d'Areu is a summit at the end of the Aravis massif rising to 2478 meters above the Arve valley. The peak is formed from sedimentary rock and offers views across the surrounding alpine landscape.

The rock of this summit formed during ancient times when the Alpine region lay beneath the sea. Gradual uplift and erosion over millions of years shaped the mountain into its present form.

The summit is the highest point of the commune of Magland, and the ridge beyond it toward the north is known as the chaîne du Reposoir, named after the village of Le Reposoir on its other side. Walkers reach the top from the hamlet of Romme-sur-Cluses, in the commune of Cluses, or from Le Reposoir.

The hike starts from the La Lanche parking area and passes through forest sections with steep passages. Sturdy footwear and surefooted walking are needed, especially on steep sections and in wet conditions.

Pointe d'Areu is the highest summit in the commune of Magland, reaching 2,478 m. It marks the northern end of the Aravis chain, where the massif continues as the chaîne du Reposoir beyond the top. From the summit the rock drops nearly 2,000 m to the Arve valley below.