Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 32 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parc naturel régional de Chartreuse
Located at 1,902 meters above sea level, the Col de Bellefont offers a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc and the highest peaks of the Chartreuse massif.
May 30, 2023
Really magnificent view of the malissard, the bellefont and the entire extension of the Chartreuse. The climb is not too hard, you can get water on the south side at the cabin at the foot of the source.
August 26, 2023
Magnificent and relatively easy pass, with basic fitness. Offers a magnificent view of Mont Blanc.
Be careful though, the Chaos and the Col are currently completely covered in snow. Being in a group, I did not attempt the ascent of the Col which, without equipment, can be particularly slippery and dangerous. Possibility of going back down via Prayet towards Saint Pierre en Chartreuse.
Tested in November, however, no problems observed, very accessible.
May 1, 2024
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