Pointe des Chardes

The Pointe des Chardes reaches an elevation of 2828 meters and features steep slopes leading to a defined ridge at its peak point.

This mountain peak has served as a natural boundary marker between different alpine communities in the Vanoise region since the Middle Ages.

Local shepherds maintain traditional grazing practices on the lower slopes of Pointe des Chardes during summer months.

The climb to Pointe des Chardes requires proper mountaineering equipment and takes approximately eight hours round trip from Champagny-en-Vanoise.

A population of fifteen mountain mouflons regularly inhabits the upper sections near the summit, particularly around the Golet de la Valaisonnay pass.

Location: Champagny-en-Vanoise

Elevation above the sea: 2,828 m

GPS coordinates: 45.46950,6.78166

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:25