A brutal climb to Pointe du Bouchet in Savoie
Pointe du Bouchet is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.229m (10,593ft) above sea level, located in the Savoie department, in France. It’s one of the highest roads in Europe.
Where is Pointe du Bouchet?
The peak is located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in the southeastern part of the country, within the Vanoise National Park.
How long is the road to Pointe du Bouchet?
The road to the summit is a chairlift access road. It’s totally unpaved. Starting from Plan-Bouchet, the ascent is 5.6 km (3.47 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 818 m and the average gradient is 14.60%.
Is Pointe du Bouchet open in winters?
Set high in the Massif de la Vanoise of the French Alps, in winters the road is totally impassable due to the snow. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.