Tête Sud des Fours, Mountain summit in Bourg Saint Maurice, France
Located in the Mont Blanc massif, Tête Sud des Fours reaches an elevation of 2,716 meters and stands near the Col des Fours at 2,665 meters.
The paths leading to Tête Sud des Fours have served as mountain passages for centuries, connecting different valleys in the Savoie region of France.
The mountain reflects the traditional Alpine nomenclature, with its name 'Fours' referring to the geological formations that characterize the surrounding landscape.
Hikers can access the summit from Ville des Glaciers parking area, with a shuttle service operating between July and August from Les Chapieux.
The summit features two small rocky barriers that require careful navigation through specific gaps, leading to a plateau marked by a large cairn.
Location: Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Elevation above the sea: 2,716 m
GPS coordinates: 45.73062,6.72451
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:04
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