Pointe du Grand Vallon, Mountain summit in Vanoise National Park, France
The Pointe du Grand Vallon rises to an elevation of 3,101 meters within the French Alps, featuring steep slopes and glacial formations around its peak.
The establishment of Vanoise National Park in 1963, which includes the Pointe du Grand Vallon, marked the creation of France's first national park.
Mountain guides from local communities maintain traditional climbing routes to the summit, passing knowledge through generations of alpine specialists.
Access to the summit requires proper climbing equipment and experience, with the main climbing season extending from late June through early September.
The mountain's position offers views of multiple glaciers, while its geological structure contains minerals specific to the Vanoise massif formation.
Elevation above the sea: 3,101 m
GPS coordinates: 45.32139,6.87472
Latest update: June 11, 2025 05:30
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