The Tour du Jalouvre ("Tour" means "Tower", 1988 m) is a sub-peak of the Pic du Jalouvre (2408 m), a popular summit for hikers. High-quality climbing of moderate difficulty, this southeast-facing area dries quickly, allowing early-season climbing.
Altitude: 1550 m (base of route)
Height of route: 200 m - 250 m
Number of routes: 5
Route rating/difficulty: 4c: 1 5b: 3, 5c: 1, 6a: 2, 6b: 2, 6c: 1, 7a: 1
Type of rock: limestone
Aspect: southeast facing
Approach: 10-15 minutes
To consider:
Bring 50 m double ropes and 12 quickdraws.
Take caution, the slopes above the climbing area present considerable avalanche risk. Wait until the snow has completely melted before climbing.
Topo: information from the Aravis guidebook (28 climbing areas, 600 routes, 1400 pitches), which you can purchase through the Compagnie des Guides des Aravis (Aravis guide service) - www.compagnie-guides-aravis.com
Height of route: 200 m - 250 m
Number of routes: 5
Route rating/difficulty: 4c: 1 5b: 3, 5c: 1, 6a: 2, 6b: 2, 6c: 1, 7a: 1
Type of rock: limestone
Aspect: southeast facing
Approach: 10-15 minutes
To consider:
Bring 50 m double ropes and 12 quickdraws.
Take caution, the slopes above the climbing area present considerable avalanche risk. Wait until the snow has completely melted before climbing.
Topo: information from the Aravis guidebook (28 climbing areas, 600 routes, 1400 pitches), which you can purchase through the Compagnie des Guides des Aravis (Aravis guide service) - www.compagnie-guides-aravis.com
