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Aiguille Croche

Travers tour with a panoramic view over the Mont Blanc massif

Hiking Start: Le Cugnon parking, 1159m ASL

Hiking: 1334Hm, 4-5h

Takeoff Point: Aiguille Croche, 2441m ASL (under the summit by the lift station)

Takeoff Type: Grass / Dirt

Takeoff Direction: E / S / W

Landing Options: Farmers fields West of Contamines Montjoie or South of Cugnon

Advantages: Good soaring ridge when East wind. Easy takeoff

Disadvantages: Exposed to strong meteowind from all directions. The site is heavily dotted with lift stations

Caution: Lift cables

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