Pointe du Dérochoir, Mountain summit in Passy and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, France.
The Pointe du Dérochoir reaches an elevation of 2,411 meters, featuring metal cables and ladders to assist climbers through steep sections of the trail.
The mountain path through Pointe du Dérochoir developed over centuries as local shepherds and mountaineers established routes across the challenging Alpine terrain.
Local mountaineering clubs maintain the trail markers and safety equipment, continuing the French Alpine tradition of collaborative mountain stewardship.
The hiking trail begins near Lac Vert at 1,260 meters elevation and extends 11.24 kilometers with a positive elevation gain of 1,209 meters.
The summit provides a complete view of Mont Blanc massif and the Désert de Platé limestone plateau, displaying distinct geological formations.
Location: Passy
Location: Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval
Elevation above the sea: 2,411 m
GPS coordinates: 45.96619,6.74162
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:11
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