Pic du Lac Blanc, Mountain summit in Le Freney-d'Oisans, France
Pic du Lac Blanc is a summit in the Grandes Rousses massif that reaches 3,323 meters and offers views across multiple Alpine peaks. The mountain is accessed by a cable car system that runs to the top throughout the year.
The peak received its name in the 1870s during exploration of Oisans summits by local priest Joseph Bayle. These expeditions helped document the Alpine peaks of the region systematically.
The orientation table at the summit helps visitors identify surrounding mountains like Mont Blanc, Meije, and Grandes Jorasses. You can see how these peaks relate to each other and understand the layout of the entire Alpine chain from this vantage point.
The cable car reaches the summit year-round and provides easy access for visitors of all abilities. You should bring warm clothing as conditions at this elevation can be cold and windy.
The summit marks the start of two notable ski runs: Sarenne, one of the longest descents in the world, and Tunnel, which passes through a mountain passage. These slopes attract skiers seeking extreme long-distance runs from high altitude.
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