Le Petit Pelvoux, Mountain summit in Vallouise-Pelvoux, France.
Le Petit Pelvoux rises to 3,669 meters within Écrins National Park, presenting steep rock faces and glacial formations across its northern and southern slopes.
The mountain stands as a testament to geological forces that shaped the Dauphiné Alps over millions of years through tectonic movements and glacial erosion.
Local mountaineering groups organize annual climbing expeditions to Le Petit Pelvoux, maintaining traditional Alpine climbing techniques and safety protocols.
Climbers access the summit via the Refuge du Pelvoux mountain shelter, located 1,356 meters southwest of the peak, offering essential overnight accommodations.
The summit provides unobstructed views of both Glacier Noir and Glacier Blanc, two contrasting glaciers that flow from opposite sides of the mountain range.
Location: Vallouise-Pelvoux
Elevation above the sea: 3,669 m
GPS coordinates: 44.89442,6.40940
Latest update: June 11, 2025 05:57
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