La Scia, Mountain peak in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse, France.
La Scia reaches an elevation of 1,791 meters in the Chartreuse massif, featuring Tithonian limestone walls that form a notable anticline structure.
The summit of La Scia has marked the natural boundary between the Chartreuse massif valleys for centuries, guiding local mountain communities.
Hikers regularly traverse La Scia trails to experience the natural heritage of the Chartreuse Regional Natural Park.
The ascent to the summit begins from Les Essarts hamlet and involves significant elevation gain, requiring proper mountain hiking equipment.
The geographic position of La Scia at 45°20′56″ N and 5°51′03″ E creates a natural division in the central depression of Chartreuse.
Location: Isère
Elevation above the sea: 1,791 m
GPS coordinates: 45.34873,5.85094
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:43
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