Pointe Percée (2752m) Cheminées de Sallanches

A brilliant scramble up the South Ridge of Pointe Percée accessed via either the Refuge Doran (Sallanches side) or Refuge Gramusset (Grand Bernand side), or even Le Reposoir above Cluses.

The lovely Refuge Doran above Burzier / Sallanches in the Arve Valley

Superb views on the long approach walk!

The steep approach path to the Col Vert above the Col de Aretes Noir / Col de Doran

From the Col Vert, a very short section on the crest leads to a narrow terrace on the right...

The first, and perhaps hardest Chimney climbing section on the route

The ring at the top of the first main chimney

One of several short climbing sections on the upper route

Junction with the normal route

Wonderful Panoramic Views From the summit of Pointe Percee

Early morning light on Pointe Percee From Doran