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10.556mi
Distance
5h38m
Duration
2.13mph
Speed
4698ft
Elevation +
4777ft
Elevation -
3038ft
Min altitude
7251ft
Max altitude
Very difficult
Level

Sommet de l'Arcalod

Arcalod from Chalet de l'Aulp
Arcalod from Chalet de l'Aulp
The Arcalod summit
The Arcalod summit
View north from the summit of Arcalod
View north from the summit of Arcalod

Route details

Explore this hiking route of 10.556mi starting from Faverges-Seythenex, Haute-Savoie. The hike is a loop and returns to the starting point. This hike is rated as very difficult, plan for about 5h38m to complete it. The route has a positive elevation gain of 4698ft and a negative elevation loss of 4777ft.

Description of the route by the creator

The hike starts from the Sambuy resort parking lot. Take the path up to the left at the bottom of the parking lot. Follow the signs to the Col d'Orgeval. Once you've reached the pass, turn left onto the path leading up to the summit. The path is no longer clearly marked. There are only yellow markings to indicate the walls to be climbed. No equipment is required for the ascent, but it is advisable to avoid it if the ground is wet or slippery. The level required is around 3a to reach the summit. This route is reserved for people with previous mountaineering experience. Return along the same path to the Col d'Orgeval, then turn left onto the path leading downhill. Once you've reached the Saint Ruph bridge, make the final 200m ascent to reach the parking lot.

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Route profile

4698ft
Elevation +
4777ft
Elevation -
3038ft
Min altitude
7251ft
Max altitude

How to get there

Route starting point: L'avalanche, 74210 Faverges-Seythenex

GPS coordinates of the starting point: 45.71368, 6.27407 / 45°42'49'' N, 6°16'26'' E