Pic Ouest de Combeynot, Mountain peak in Écrins Massif, France
The Pic Ouest de Combeynot reaches an elevation of 3,155 meters in the Hautes-Alpes department between Le Monêtier-les-Bains and Villar-d'Arêne communes.
The geological formation of Pic Ouest de Combeynot emerged through tectonic movements during the Alpine orogeny that shaped the Alps over 65 million years ago.
Local alpine communities maintain mountaineering and ski touring traditions on the slopes of Pic Ouest de Combeynot through multiple generations of outdoor enthusiasts.
Access to the summit requires proper mountain equipment and typically starts from Col du Lautaret, located at an elevation of 2,058 meters.
The 1,100-meter elevation gain from Col du Lautaret presents skiers with varying conditions between powder snow and technical passages in the northwest corridor.
Location: Le Monêtier-les-Bains
Location: Villar-d'Arêne
Elevation above the sea: 3,155 m
GPS coordinates: 45.01258,6.41111
Latest update: September 2, 2025 08:44
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