Rocher de la Grande Tempête

Rocher de la Grande Tempête is a mountain peak in the Cerces Massif with an elevation of 3,002 meters (9,850 feet) and forms part of a ridge system connecting to Roche du Chardonnet and Pic du Lac Blanc. The massif is surrounded by several lakes and lies between two valleys in the Alps.

The mountain formed the border between France and Italy until 1947, when the Treaty of Paris transferred the entire peak to French territory. This border shift changed the political status of the entire mountain group.

The summit serves as a central point for hikers exploring the eight lakes circuit, connecting the Clarée and Étroite valleys. Visitors use it as an anchor point to link different walking routes across the region.

The ascent is accessible by two main routes: from Refuge des Drayères or via the more challenging approach through Vallée Étroite. Both paths require mountaineering experience and should be planned during stable weather.

Mountain skiers starting from Laval chalets experience varied landscapes, from mountain pastures to mineral terrain, before reaching the summit. This diversity over a short distance makes the route visually interesting.

Location: Hautes-Alpes

Elevation above the sea: 3,002 m

GPS coordinates: 45.08020,6.55835

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:00