arête du Malpasset
- 0.4 mi
- round trip
- 236 ft
- climb
- 8,679 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
arête du Malpasset is an out-and-back trail, 0.4 miles each way (0.8 miles round trip) in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It runs between about 8,540 ft and 8,680 ft above sea level, with roughly 80 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. The nearest town is Saint-Baudille-et-Pipet, about 3.5 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Grande Tête de l'Obiou, Bonnet de l'Évêque and Le Petit Obiou. For camping, Pré Rolland and Camping du Lac du Sautet are within about 6 miles. There are 14 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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Conditions and forecast
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