Pointe des Cavales

The Pointe des Cavales reaches an elevation of 2,780 meters above sea level, featuring exposed rock formations and steep slopes in the Giffre Mountains.

Early mountaineering expeditions to Pointe des Cavales commenced during the initial decades of the 20th century, establishing routes for generations of climbers.

The mountain forms part of the Réserve naturelle nationale de Sixt-Passy, representing the regional dedication to environmental conservation in the French Alps.

Mountaineers can access the summit through multiple marked trails starting from La Berarde, requiring appropriate climbing equipment and physical preparation.

The northern slopes of Pointe des Cavales contain permanent glacial formations that persist throughout the seasons, affecting local climate patterns.

Elevation above the sea: 2,780 m

GPS coordinates: 46.06815,6.88291

Latest update: June 10, 2025 05:58