Les Parrossaz, Mountain summit in Savoie, France.
Les Parrossaz stands at 2429 meters above sea level in the Aravis mountain range, offering views across multiple peaks of the French Alps.
The mountain became a reference point for local shepherds who used its position to navigate their flocks through the Savoie region's alpine pastures.
Local mountaineering clubs organize regular expeditions to Les Parrossaz, maintaining the traditional Alpine climbing practices of the Savoie region.
The ascent to Les Parrossaz summit requires proper mountaineering equipment and typically takes 6 hours from the nearest parking area.
The mountain's position creates specific wind patterns that generate frequent cloud formations at its peak, affecting local weather forecasting systems.
Elevation above the sea: 2,429 m
GPS coordinates: 45.88828,6.48496
Latest update: November 17, 2025 08:49
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Roualle
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Aiguille de Borderan
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Arrondine
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Tête Pelouse
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Grande Balmaz
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Parrossaz
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Pointe des Verres
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2.8 km
Rocher de la Balmaz
1.3 km
Scenic viewpoint
2 km
Scenic viewpoint
2.6 km
Scenic viewpoint
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Scenic viewpoint
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Scenic viewpoint
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Scenic viewpoint
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Scenic viewpoint
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Croix de Fer
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