Cédric Lachat was born on August 17, 1984 in Porrentruy, in the Jura. On the cliff, he is known for his many difficult ascents of multi-pitch routes in the Alps, notably "WoGü" 8c, "Silbergeier" 8b+ and "Fly" 8c.

.. The click for climbing is made when he is 10 years old, when his big brother starts in this sport.