Tête des Fétoules, Mountain summit in Isère, France
Located in the Massif des Écrins, Tête des Fétoules rises to an elevation of 3,459 meters with its distinct northern ridge formation and glacial surroundings.
Emmanuel Boileau de Castelnau completed the first recorded ascent of Tête des Fétoules on August 29, 1876, marking a milestone in French Alpine exploration.
The mountain serves as a testament to French mountaineering traditions, attracting climbers who follow established routes through the Vallon de la Lavey.
Reaching the summit requires a two-day journey with specialized glacier equipment, starting from the parking area near Refuge de La Lavey at Champhorent.
The ascent presents a 2,200-meter elevation gain across varied terrains, including historical stone bridges, meadows, and glacial formations along the northern route.
Location: Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans
Elevation above the sea: 3,459 m
GPS coordinates: 44.89989,6.23706
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:52
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