Pointe Lachenal
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Pointe Lachenal is a mountain in the Mont Blanc massif in the French Alps.
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Pointe Lachenal | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 3,613 m (11,854 ft) |
Coordinates | 45°51′55″N 06°53′42″E |
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Location | Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes, France |
Parent range | Mont Blanc Massif |
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It is located above the Glacier du Géant, under the East face of Mont Blanc du Tacul and opposite the Aiguille du Midi.The mountain is a mix of snow and rock, and has many rock climbing routes. Popular alpine tours such as the north face climb of Mont-Blanc lead over the crest of the Pointe Lachenal.[1] It was named after French alpinist and guide Louis Lachenal (1921-1955).[2]
In the Annapurna Massif we find the mountain Lachenal Peak (7.140 m), also named after the same guide..