Croix de Colly

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Croix de Colly, Alpine summit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.

Croix de Colly reaches an elevation of 2055 meters, providing views across the mountain ranges of the Southern French Alps.

The first topographical surveys of Croix de Colly were conducted in the 19th century during the expansion of French military cartography.

Local shepherds maintain the tradition of summer pastoralism around the summit, continuing ancestral farming practices in the alpine meadows.

Access to the summit requires proper hiking equipment and is primarily recommended between June and September for optimal weather conditions.

The geographical position of the peak enables simultaneous views of the Écrins, Queyras, and Dévoluy massifs on clear days.

Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Elevation above the sea: 2,055 m

GPS coordinates: 44.60000,6.40000

Latest update: June 11, 2025 12:48

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