Grande Casse

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Grande Casse

South-west face of the Grande Casse
Elevation 3,855 metres (12,648 ft)
Location Flag of France France
Range Graian Alps
Coordinates 45°24′19″N, 6°49′39″E
First ascent 8 August 1860 by William Mathews with guides Michel Croz and E. Favre
Easiest route South-west flanks (les grands couloirs, PD+)

The Grande Casse (3,855 m) is the highest mountain in the Vanoise Massif in the Graian Alps.

The first ascent was by William Mathews with guides Michel Croz and E. Favre on 8 August 1860.

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Refuge Félix Faure (2,516 m)

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