3.7 km away
Pointe Percée
Scramble/climb up a relatively technical ascent to the top of Pointe Percée.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 9.1 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
1 day Pointe Percee Arete Approach from Le Reposior
Arve Valley
Long approach for Arate climb with no need to stay overnight in the Hut.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 70 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 1 km
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 20˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between May and September. From a low point of 1 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 10 km, 1537 vertical metres of ascent and 70 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Long straight forward hike over moderate terrain,
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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7.6 km away
Aiguille Verte et lac de Lessy
A classic lake and summit combination.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
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