• Sport

Hike to Aiguillette des Posettes

Fabulous views over the Chamonix and Vallorcine valleys. Wonderful panorama
of Mont Blanc and of Le Tour Glacier, Le Buet and Les Perrons in particular.
A TMB itinerary.

Sport Hike to Aiguillette des Posettes Argentière

About

Departing from Argentière (74400)
Average length : 04h15
Total elevation gain : 721m
Vertical drop : 721m
Distance : 7km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed

Near the bridge on the right bank of the Arve, take the path facing the slope. It splits in two
in two: go to the right in a small forest that quickly becomes clearer. Above the Tête de la Jorette, after many twists and turns, the path reaches the crossroads of the Pierre-Fendue (1,950 m): go up to the right, notice the paravalanches, reach the abandoned slate quarries, then the ridge that leads to the Aiguillette.

Another possible itinerary from the Col des Posettes at the arrival of the Vallorcine Télécabine. Pay attention to the opening dates!

More information available at the Tourist Office or the High Mountain Office and in our trail guide.
Warning: Trail conditions are subject to change, so please check before you leave.

Way and back
Total elevation gain : 721m
Altitude max : 2201m
Vertical drop : 721m

Further informations

Stone, Ground, Grit

    1 5

    Prices

    Free of charge.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    From 01/06 to 15/10.
    Access depending on meteorological conditions. For more information, contact the High Mountain Office of Chamonix: +33 (0)4 50 53 22 08. Website : (http://www.chamoniarde.com/).

    Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

    Services
    • Pets welcome

    Access

    Départ du Tour 74400 Argentière
    Departing from : Argentière (74400)
    Latitude : 46.004096 - Longitude : 6.947454

    Closest bus stop : Le Tour
    Closest train stop : Montroc train stop
    Closest parking : Le Tour car-park

    More informations

    Information update on 22/04/2024 by Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc