Col de Fourche

The Col de Fourche is a mountain pass in the French Alps, situated at an elevation of 3,409 meters. It is located in the Mont-Blanc Massif on the border between Switzerland and France, connecting the peaks of Grand Fourche (3,611 m) and Petite Fourche (3,513 m). The pass is of interest to mountaineers and climbers, as it provides access to various routes in the Mont-Blanc Massif. Another pass with a similar name is the Col des Fourches in the Parc naturel régional des Monts d'Ardèche in central France. This pass is at an elevation of 1,086 meters and is a popular spot for hikers and cyclists looking to enjoy the scenic beauty of the region.

La Nouvelle in the Cirque de Mafate

La Nouvelle im Cirque de Mafate in Reunion

A hike through the gorges and over the ridges of the "Cirque de Mafate" is overwhelming. We started in the morning on the north side of the huge caldera of the Piton des Neiges, crossed the Col de Fourche (1,946 m) and finally reached the small mountain town of La Nouvelle (1,450 m) before nightfall, although it was hidden in thick fog. Our surprise was all the greater in the morning when we were able to continue the hike to the next mountain town called Marla under a blue sky and bright sunshine. The road to La Nouvell was beautiful.

Country

France