Pointe Ronde

#1015 among destinations in Switzerland

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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The Pointe Ronde is a mountain of the Mont Blanc massif, overlooking Trient in the canton of Valais. It lies near the northern end of the Arête de la Lys, the ridge descending in a north-westerly direction from the Génépi towards the Col de la Forclaz. ()

Elevation: 8711 ftProminence: 82 ftCoordinates: 46°2'21"N, 7°1'26"E

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ValaisSwitzerland

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Pointe Ronde – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trient Hut, Château de la Bâtiaz, Lac de Champex, Fondation Pierre Gianadda.

2.9 miS
Alpine hut, Hiking
Trient Hut
74 min walk • Nestled in the embrace of the Swiss Alps, the Trient Hut is a beacon for mountaineers and hikers traversing the snowy landscapes of Switzerland. This alpine hut, perched at an altitude of 3170 meters, offers a respite from the rugged terrains of the Mont Blanc massif.
5 miNE
Forts and castles
Château de la Bâtiaz, Martigny
129 min walk • La Bâtiaz Castle is a castle in the municipality of Martigny, in the Canton of Valais, Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance. The garderobes at La Bâtiaz played a part in determining that the architect for the UNESCO listed castles in Wales came from Savoy before working in Wales. Historian and custodian A. J.
4.5 miE
Scenic lake at the foot of mountains
Lac de Champex
115 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Lac de Champex is a serene mountain lake that embodies the tranquil beauty of Switzerland's natural landscapes. This idyllic spot, often referred to as "Little Canada" due to its resemblance to the North American wilderness, is a...
4.5 miNE
Cultural center built around Roman ruins
Fondation Pierre Gianadda, Martigny
115 min walk • Fondation Pierre Gianadda, inaugurated in 1978, administers museums and exhibitions located in Martigny, Switzerland. The permanent exhibitions include the Automobile Museum, Gallo-Roman Museum, Louis and Evelyn Franck Collection, Sculpture Park, and Chagall Court.
4.9 miSE
Alpine hut, Hiking
Saleina Hut
125 min walk • Nestled in the tranquil embrace of the Swiss Alps, the Saleina Hut stands as a testament to the spirit of alpine adventure. This mountain refuge, perched at an elevation of 2,691 meters, serves as a haven for climbers and hikers traversing the rugged terrain of the...
2.7 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pointe d'Orny
70 min walk • The Pointe d'Orny is a mountain of the Mont Blanc massif, located west of Orsières in the canton of Valais. It lies north-east of the Plateau du Trient. Below the summit lies the Cabane du Trient, a mountain hut operated by the Swiss Alpine Club.
4.3 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Le Catogne
110 min walk • Le Catogne is a mountain on the extreme north-eastern edge of the Mont Blanc massif, overlooking Champex in the Swiss canton of Valais. Some sources consider this summit as being within the Pennine Alps.
3.9 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Aiguilles Dorées
100 min walk • The Aiguilles Dorées are a multi-summited mountain of the Mont Blanc massif, overlooking the Plateau du Trient in the canton of Valais. They lie east of the Petite Fourche, on the range between the glaciers of Trient and Saleina.
2.8 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mont de l'Arpille
71 min walk • Mont de l'Arpille is a mountain of the Alps, located south-west of Martigny in the Swiss canton of Valais. It is located north of the Col de la Forclaz and geographically part of the Mont Blanc massif.
1.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pointe des Ecandies
47 min walk • The Pointe des Ecandies is a mountain of the Mont Blanc Massif, located between Trient and Champex in the canton of Valais. It is located north of the Pointe d'Orny and east of the Trient Glacier.
4.3 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Grande Fourche
111 min walk • The Grande Fourche is a mountain in the Mont Blanc Massif, located on the Swiss-French border. It lies between the Glacier de Saleina and the Glacier du Tour.