Dent du Cruet, Mountain summit and hogback formation in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
The Dent du Cruet rises to 1833 meters above sea level, featuring steep limestone cliffs and sharp ridges within the Grandes Lanches mountain range.
The mountain's geological formation dates back to the Alpine orogeny period when tectonic forces pushed marine sediments upward, creating its distinct profile.
The name Dent du Cruet reflects local mountain nomenclature, where peaks resembling teeth are called 'dents' in reference to their jagged appearance.
Hikers can access the summit via a 15.5-kilometer trail starting from Alex or La Balme-de-Thuy, with an elevation gain of 1500 meters.
The mountain's dual classification as both a summit and hogback formation creates an unusual geological structure visible from Lake Annecy.
Location: Alex
Location: La Balme-de-Thuy
Elevation above the sea: 1,833 m
Part of: Grandes Lanches
GPS coordinates: 45.87308,6.26292
Latest update: March 20, 2025 12:35
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