Aiguille Rouge is a mountain of Savoie, France. It lies in the Vanoise Massif and has an elevation of 3,227 metres above sea level. It is the highest point within the ski area of Les Arcs and is a fairly easy hike from the village below. It can also be accessed by a cable-car which almost reaches the summit area.[2] In 2019 a footbridge was installed at the summit that offers a panoramic view of the valley.[3]
| Aiguille Rouge | |
|---|---|
 Aiguille Rouge | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,227 m (10,587 ft) |
| Prominence | 292 m (958 ft)[1] |
| Isolation | 2.78 km (1.73 mi)  |
| Coordinates | 45°33′07″N 06°50′55″E / 45.55194°N 6.84861°E |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Red Needle[2] |
| Language of name | French |
| Geography | |
  Aiguille Rouge France | |
| Location | Savoie, France |
| Parent range | Vanoise Massif, Graian Alps |
Gallery
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View of the southern side of Mont Blanc (the big summit on the left) from Aiguille Rouge -
View of Landry valley from Aiguille Rouge
References
edit- ^ "Aiguille Rouge". peakbagger.com. Retrieved 7 November 2019.
- ^ a b "Aiguille Rouge - Summitpost". Summitpost.org. Retrieved 7 November 2019.
- ^ "Les Arcs ready for winter with new attractions". Snow Industry News. Retrieved 10 November 2023.
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