Aiguille Supérieure du Clot de la Hount, Summit in Vignemale Massif, France
The Aiguille Supérieure du Clot de la Hount is a rocky peak in the Vignemale Massif of the Pyrenees, standing at 3,115 meters between French and Spanish high mountain territory. The summit rises as a sharp, needle-like point above surrounding terrain and glacial areas.
Early mountaineers in the 1800s explored this summit as part of the growing interest in Pyrenean climbing. The peak became integrated into established climbing routes across the Franco-Spanish border mountains.
Local herders named this place after a seasonal spring found in the area, with 'Hount' referring to the water source and 'Clot' describing a rocky ledge or hollow. This naming reflects how mountain communities marked important landmarks during their seasonal movements.
Reaching the summit requires proper mountaineering gear and solid technical climbing skills to handle rocky sections and glacier work. Only experienced climbers comfortable with alpine terrain and exposed scrambling should attempt this peak.
The summit's pronounced needle-like silhouette stands out distinctly above the Ossoue Glacier and serves as a recognizable landmark from multiple directions. This distinctive shape makes it easy to spot when crossing the high plateaus of the massif.
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