The Col de la Portette is a high mountain pass on the border of the Sixt-Passy natural reserve. It lies below the Point de Plate (2554m). There is one main trail that passes by the Col de la Portette and this is the trail that links the Chalets de Plate and the Refuge de Sales. Both refuges are part of the very popular Tour des Fiz. The views from the Col de la Portette are westwards down towards de Chalets de Plate and eastwards towards the valley that leads to the Refuge de Sales.
We got a detailed trail description for long but absolutely stunning the Tour des Fiz. We also have a shorter alternative trail that reaches the Rochers de Fiz using the Passage du Derochoir.
Linked Trails & Points of Interest
These are the trails and points of interests linked to this Mountain Pass
7
Our Rating
Good
Loop Trail:
This is a shortened version of the Tour du Fiz taking you from Plaine Joux, to Ayeres des Rocs and then up to Plate via de Passage du Derochoir
Length
14.7km
When to Go
Mid Jun - Start Oct
Hiking Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours
Elevation +
+1201m / -1201m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
3.0 - 5.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Loop Trail:
A well-known classic route for exploring the Fiz mountain range. The trail offers a nice variation in scenery with great views of the Mont Blanc and multiple valleys and well-known peaks.
Length
31.5km
When to Go
Mid Jun - Start Oct
Hiking Time
9.0 - 14.0 Hours
Elevation +
+2076m / -2076m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
5.0 - 7.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
Location & Map
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Longitude:
6.72888
Latitude:
45.96952