Pointe Dzérat

Pointe Dzérat rises to 2,278 meters in elevation, featuring limestone cliffs and multiple climbing routes across its eastern and southern faces.

The geological formation of Pointe Dzérat occurred during the Alpine orogeny, resulting in its characteristic hogback structure in the Massif des Bornes-Aravis.

Local mountaineers maintain fourteen established climbing routes on Pointe Dzérat, ranging from beginner to advanced difficulty levels between grades 5b and 7a.

Access to Pointe Dzérat begins at Col de la Colombière parking area, followed by a 45-minute hike through the trail near Montarquis caves.

The summit experiences rapid weather changes throughout the day, transforming from hard morning snow conditions to spring-like textures by afternoon.

Location: Le Reposoir

Elevation above the sea: 2,278 m

GPS coordinates: 46.00442,6.47876

Latest update: June 23, 2025 15:05