Tête des Fournéous, Alpine summit in Hautes-Alpes, France.
The mountain peak rises to 2682 meters in elevation, presenting a challenging ascent through varied terrain of pine forests and narrow ridges.
The Tête des Fournéous stands as part of the Cottian Alps, which have served as natural boundaries between France and Italy through centuries.
Local mountaineering groups maintain the network of marked trails, including the GR5 path that connects multiple peaks in the Hautes-Alpes region.
Hikers can access the summit via a 12-kilometer round trip from Montgenèvre, requiring approximately 6 hours with an elevation gain of 848 meters.
The summit provides views across the Clarée Valley, with orientation tables marking specific points along the ridge toward Grand Chalvet and Dormillouse.
Location: Hautes-Alpes
Elevation above the sea: 2,682 m
GPS coordinates: 44.95702,6.71097
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:46
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