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12.353mi
Distance
10h51m
Duration
+5594ft
Elevation gain
-5620ft
Elevation loss
Strenuous
Level

La traversée de la Dent de Cons

Some areas are equipped with lifelines to assist climbing.
Some areas are equipped with lifelines to assist climbing.
View of Lake Annecy and La Tournette from one of the peaks towards the Dent de Cons.
View of Lake Annecy and La Tournette from one of the peaks towards the Dent de Cons.
Views of the Alps from the dent de Cons
Views of the Alps from the dent de Cons
View of the Bauges from the dent de Cons
View of the Bauges from the dent de Cons

Route details

1.28mph
Speed
5211 kcal
Calories burned
17.2%
Avg grade
Loop trail
Route type
2251ft
Min altitude
6765ft
Max altitude
Technicity: Technical Steep climb

This hiking trail covers 12.353mi starting from Faverges-Seythenex, Haute-Savoie. The hike is a loop trail and returns to the trailhead. This hike is rated as strenuous, plan for about 10h51m to complete it. The route has an elevation gain of 5594ft and an elevation loss of 5620ft.

Description of the route by the creator

Please note: to set off from Frontenex, you have to walk off-trail in a few places, so the route is not signposted. What's more, the ridge line is quite aerial, and you'll need to hold on to the lifelines with your hands. This hike should not be attempted on wet ground. The hike takes many small paths on the way up, so be sure to refer to the map or your current position to be sure you're taking the right path. Once you've reached the Col de l'Alpette, turn left to follow the ridge to the Dent de Cons. Then continue straight on to reach the Chalet de l'Alpettaz. As with the ascent, the descent is on small paths that are not always well maintained. Watch out for tall grass.

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Route profile

5594ft
Elevation gain
5620ft
Elevation loss
2251ft
Min altitude
6765ft
Max altitude

How to get there

Trailhead: 28 Passage Du Four De Frontenex, 74210 Faverges-Seythenex, France

GPS coordinates of the trailhead: 45.73177, 6.31111 / 45°43'54'' N, 6°18'39'' E

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Safety Notice

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