Charbemènes Pass – Col du Grand Colombier loop from Col du Grand Colombier

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Charbemènes Pass – Col du Grand Colombier loop from Col du Grand Colombier

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Charbemènes Pass – Col du Grand Colombier loop from Col du Grand Colombier

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3.98km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 6, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.29 km for 700 m

Closed: • November-April

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

323 m

Grand Colombier Cross and orientation table

Highlight • Viewpoint

360-degree panorama from the Grand Colombier cross located a few meters below the summit located a little further north. (1524 meters). Impressive panorama of the Alps and view of the 3 French Alpine lakes.

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1.84 km

Charbemènes Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

A few kilometers south of the Grand Colombier, this pass at 1316 meters is at the intersection of the Arvière valley, the Grand Colombier and the Sur Lyand ridges.

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3.85 km

Col du Grand Colombier

Highlight • Mountain Pass

This pass, just over 1,500 meters high, is truly wonderful in every respect. The ascent is via small roads with very little traffic, but with many great views – the …

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3.98 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.42 km

981 m

861 m

728 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.41 km

981 m

861 m

734 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Highest point (1,500 m)

Lowest point (1,320 m)

Weather

Saturday 7 November

11°C

2°C

49 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

July 30, 2025,Wandeling

The first section down is difficult, with many stones/rocks. Be careful with small children.

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September 3, 2024,🇫🇷Col du Grand Colombier

Yesterday we rushed through Switzerland and today we are standing on the Grand Golombier in France. It is still quite warm, so we decide to do a short ride. But it is quite a challenge 😅 It is a really steep descent on slippery stones and roots. Luckily the climb is less spectacular. We enjoy the beautiful view and stay …

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