La Pointe de Chalune

A fairy easy climb and a magnificent view from the top, particularly of the Roc d’Enfer and Mont-Blanc.

Description

This wild hike across the pastures is accessible to most and offers a superb panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.
Even from the Col de Chalune, the view of the impressive Roc d’Enfer and Mont-Blanc is spectacular.
On this itinerary, you'll see cows and sheep and some remarkable mountain plant species.

Equipments

• Car park
• Hiking itinerary

Complément accueil

Adapt your equipment to your level and the weather. Stay on the marked trails.

Environments

• Mountain location
• Presence of livestock and guard dogs

Rates

Free entry but transport fee applies.

Bons plans

The return can be done by the Golet Rouge and the pass of Vesinaz to go to the Peak of Chavasse and go back to Pierre Rouge.

Itinerary

Opening period

From 15/05 to 15/11.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Additional opening

• Subject to favorable weather

• Subject to snow conditions

Location

Sommand, Pierre Rouge parking lot.

Documents

• La Pointe de Chalune (pdf)
• La Pointe de Chalune (pdf)

Thèmes

• Guidebook with maps/step-by-step : From the car park, go along the gravel track towards Chalet Blanc, at the heart of the pastures. After 1.3 km, go left along a small footpath towards the foot of the Pointe de Chalune. Then go along a hillside path to the right, towards the Col de Chalune. The footpath on the left leads to the Pointe de Chavasse. From the Col de Chalune, a 30 to 45-minute walk along a steep path will take you to the peak, at an altitude of 2,116 m.

• Tips : The return can be done by the Golet Rouge and the pass of Vesinaz to go to the Peak of Chavasse and go back to Pierre Rouge.