Pic de la Grande Aiguille, Mountain summit in Mont Blanc massif, France.
Pic de la Grande Aiguille rises to 756 meters within the Mont Blanc massif, presenting granite formations characteristic of the Alpine mountain range.
The first documented climb of this peak occurred on August 5, 1860, when British mountaineer William Mathews reached the top with guide Michel Croz.
Local mountain communities near Pic de la Grande Aiguille maintain traditions of Alpine sports and organize regular mountaineering gatherings throughout the year.
Climbers need to bring appropriate gear including crampons and ice axes, while checking weather forecasts before attempting any ascent of the peak.
The southern wall features a vertical drop exceeding 1,350 meters, creating opportunities for technical climbing routes from the Chalets de la Sassière.
Location: Voreppe
Elevation above the sea: 756 m
Address: Pic de la Grande Aiguille, 38340 Voreppe, France 38340 Voreppe 38340 Voreppe
GPS coordinates: 45.30000,5.66667
Latest update: August 22, 2025 00:21
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