Pic Jocelme, Summit in Massif des Écrins, France
Pic Jocelme is a mountain in the Hautes-Alpes that rises within the Massif des Écrins. The peak features glacial slopes and a steep couloir that requires technical climbing skills to navigate safely.
The mountain developed as a climbing destination as mountaineering grew in popularity throughout the Alps during the 19th and 20th centuries. Its position within the Écrins massif made it an important point on routes used by early Alpine explorers.
The mountain forms part of the Écrins National Park, contributing to the preservation of Alpine ecosystems and traditional mountaineering practices in France.
The climb requires glacier experience and proper safety equipment for navigating the technical sections. The best climbing season runs from June through September when snow and ice conditions are most stable.
Four permanent anchor points line the main couloir, providing essential security measures for mountaineers navigating the technical 100-meter vertical passage.
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