Sallanches

Les Tours d'Areu

The Towers of Areu
For those who would like to combine hiking, overnight stay at the Doran refuge and climbing, Pointe d'Areu offers you all these possibilities! the climbing is very steep, sporty, rough, but magnificent!. 90 minutes of approach.
Information on the cliff:
Minimum height: 150 m
Maximum height: 270 m

Number of routes: 38
From 6a+ to 7c+
Rock: Limestone
Favorable period:
MJJASO

Level of practice:
Confirmed / Improvement

It is important to be familiar with rope maneuvers on long routes
Tips and Suggestions

The Doran refuge located near the tracks, allows a gentle approach and offers the possibility of eating and sleeping before heading out into the fresh air!

Location details

  • Mountain view
  • Isolated
Label / practical information: Not recommended in bad weather, Outdoors

Opening

Opening hours from May 01 to October 01, 2025
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
routes available depending on weather conditions. Most favorable periods MJJASO

Services

Activities on site

  • Climbing sports / Rope sports
  • Climbing site

Address

74700 Sallanches
How do I get there?

The Towers of Areu

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