Les Avoudrues, Mountain summit in Massif du Giffre, Haute-Savoie, France.
Les Avoudrues is a limestone peak in the Massif du Giffre that rises to 2245 meters. From here you can see across the surrounding valleys and high mountain terrain of the French Alps.
Early mountaineers developed several routes to Les Avoudrues during the first half of the 20th century, helping establish alpine recreation in the region. This climbing activity shaped how the area became known for mountain sports.
The summit serves as a reference point for regional hiking clubs who organize regular group expeditions throughout the snow-free months.
The trail starts from the village of Samoëns and requires solid mountaineering experience plus proper alpine equipment. Plan for roughly six hours of climbing time, and be aware that conditions change depending on the season and snow coverage.
The north side contains a permanent ice formation near Lac des Chambres that stays frozen even during warmer months at this elevation. This ice formation makes the summit interesting throughout the year, even as most high-altitude ice melts during summer.
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