Aiguille de Prainan

Located in the Beaufortain Mountains, Aiguille de Prainan reaches an elevation of 2309 meters and features a sharp peak formation in the mountainous landscape.

Early mountaineering expeditions to Aiguille de Prainan contributed to the development of climbing techniques in the French Alps during the early 20th century.

Shepherds from surrounding valleys have used the slopes of Aiguille de Prainan for generations during the summer transhumance of their livestock herds.

Climbing Aiguille de Prainan requires complete mountaineering equipment and good physical condition to navigate the technical sections of the route.

Southeast winds reach speeds of 48 kilometers per hour at the summit, creating specific weather conditions for observing the mountain range.

Elevation above the sea: 2,309 m

GPS coordinates: 45.65528,6.75583

Latest update: June 10, 2025 16:12