Snow La Croix at Col du Fanget
Easy · 751 m long with 157 m of vertical, averaging 12° and 24° at its steepest, facing N.
24°steepest 50 m
12°average pitch
751 mlength
157 mvertical
2028 mtop elevation
Nfaces
Snow and sun
La Croix is poleward-facing: least winter sun, holds cold powder longest, can stay firm or icy.
How to get to La Croix
Lifts that reach the top: Tête Grosse (skiing novice terrain to get there).
Where it ends
Joins Les Trois Loups, Tête Grosse, Le Lièvre Blanc. Nearest lifts from the bottom: Tête Grosse (1 min).
What people say
al section very demanding Often snow-covered out of season Scenery: 360-degree panoramic views and a strong feeling of isolation in a high-mountain setting 👉 The weather can change quickly. Even in summer, temperatures at the summit can be very low. Make sure you bring the right kit. 🚵 Col de la Croix de Fer: lon…
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ide. The climb is long, nearly 30 km depending on the route, fatigue can build up with the changes of pace, and mountain weather can be unpredictable. 🍴 On the descent, take time to stop at the Chalet du Col de la Croix de Fer, by the roadside, with its view of the Aiguilles d’Arves and the Aiguilles d’Argentières. Yo…See La Croix on the 3D mapAll runs at Col du Fanget
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Measured from OpenStreetMap geometry and elevation via OpenSkiMap (ODbL). Times are rough. Grades, grooming and openings change day to day — check the resort's own reports.