Casse Rousse, Mountain summit in Chamrousse, France
Casse Rousse reaches an elevation of 2,225 meters and features distinctive geological formations of gabbro and serpentinite rocks across its surface.
The summit has been a significant location for alpine exploration since the development of mountaineering activities in the French Alps region.
Local mountain guides regularly organize geological expeditions to study the rock formations and natural features that characterize this peak.
Visitors can access the summit through marked trails from Chamrousse, with winter requiring additional equipment due to snow conditions.
The mountain contains specific zones of metamorphic rock formations that provide essential data for understanding the geological evolution of the Alps.
Location: Chamrousse
Elevation above the sea: 2,225 m
Made from material: gabbro, serpentinite
GPS coordinates: 45.12942,5.90863
Latest update: June 15, 2025 01:17
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