Mont Blanc, France's tallest mountain, has experienced a significant reduction in height, with researchers reporting a decrease of more than two meters over the past two years.

The Alpine peak, which once stood at 4,807.81 meters (15,777.9 feet), is now measured at 4,805.59 meters (15,766.4 feet).

The 2.22-meter (7.28 feet) decline is attributed to lower levels of precipitation during the summer, according to Jean des Garets, the chief geometer in the Haute-Savoie department of southeastern France. He noted that Mont Blanc's height might fluctuate again when measured in two years.

While the rocky peak of the mountain stands at 4,792 meters above sea level, its overall elevation varies from year to year due to changes in ice and snow levels influenced by wind and weather conditions. Researchers have been regularly measuring Mont Blanc since 2001, aiming to gather data on how climate change is affecting the Alps.

Des Garets emphasized that their role is to collect data for future generations and not to interpret it, leaving that task to scientists. He cautioned against using height measurements to draw unsubstantiated conclusions.

In mid-September, approximately 20 individuals ascended the mountain to conduct measurements over several days, utilizing advanced equipment and, for the first time, a drone. These measurement campaigns have provided valuable insights, revealing that the summit's altitude and position are in constant flux, with variations of up to five meters, according to des Garets.