Mont Clocher, Mountain summit in Hauteluce, France
Mont Clocher is a mountain peak within the Beaufortain Massif reaching 1976 meters above sea level. The slopes are covered with grass while the eastern face transitions to rocky terrain.
Mountain paths across the peak served as traditional shepherding routes since medieval times, with herds moving between valley pastures seasonally. These ancient routes still form the foundation of modern trails in the area.
The name comes from the peak's resemblance to a church bell tower, a reference to the regional architecture found throughout Savoie. This shape-based naming reflects how locals see and describe their surrounding landscape.
Starting from Col de la Lézette makes the approach most straightforward and typically takes about four hours to reach the top. Beginning early in the day is wise since weather conditions in the mountains can shift rapidly.
Different points along the route offer views of Mont Blanc, the Aravis range, and an artificial lake beside the Bellastat chairlift. These distant vistas reward hikers with changing perspectives across the broader mountain landscape.
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