La Suiffière, Mountain summit in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
Description
La Suiffière is a mountain summit in the French Alps reaching 1,798 meters above sea level. From this peak, you can see across a wide landscape of neighboring mountains, deep valleys, and the surrounding Alpine terrain that stretches in all directions.
History
This peak has served as a navigation landmark for travelers crossing Alpine passes since the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, it became a recognized reference point for those moving through these mountain areas.
Culture
Local mountaineering groups organize regular expeditions to La Suiffière, maintaining the French tradition of Alpine climbing throughout different seasons.
Practical
You will need proper mountain gear and should monitor weather conditions before attempting the ascent. The warmest months offer the safest and most favorable climbing window for reaching the top.
Did you know?
The summit's position at precisely 45.36385° latitude and 5.81254° longitude marks it as a geographical reference point for mapping Alpine territories.
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