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Aiguille Blanche de Peuterey

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Aiguille Blanche de Peuterey is the dramatic snow-and-rock summit at the head of the Italian Peuterey ridge. It is a central landmark of the south side of the Mont Blanc Group.

The normal route follows the south ridge from Bivacco Eccles, usually reached from Rifugio Monzino. The Peuterey integral continues over the Grand Pilier d’Angle toward Mont Blanc.

Aiguille de Bionnassay

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Aiguille de Bionnassay is the sharp frontier summit west of Mont Blanc, with an exceptionally elegant snow ridge. It forms part of the long high crest between the Miage basin and the Mont Blanc approaches.

The normal route follows the south ridge from the Durier Hut. The Dômes de Miage–Bionnassay traverse is a classic route that can continue to the Dôme du Goûter.

Aiguille de Rochefort

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Aiguille de Rochefort is the sharp granite summit at the western end of the Rochefort ridge, above the Glacier du Géant. It is normally visited before continuing toward the Dôme de Rochefort.

Rifugio Torino is the standard base. The Rochefort ridge traverse provides the normal route and is an exposed mixed outing with excellent access from the Vallée Blanche.

Aiguille du Jardin

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Aiguille du Jardin stands on the east ridge of Aiguille Verte above the Talèfre basin. It is one of the more technical four-thousanders of the Mont Blanc Group, with steep red-granite buttresses on its south side.

The Refuge du Couvercle is the usual base. The east-ridge traverse from Grande Rocheuse is a classic approach; the peak was first climbed in 1904 by Émile Fontaine with Jean Ravanel and Léon Tournier.

Aiguille Verte

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Aiguille Verte is one of the great granite-and-ice summits of the Mont Blanc Group, dominating the Argentière and Talèfre basins. Its north face carries several classic steep snow and ice lines.

The Whymper Couloir is the customary normal route, usually approached from the Refuge du Couvercle. The Couturier Couloir and the Moine ridge are important, more demanding alternatives.

Aiguilles du Diable (Corne du Diable)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Corne du Diable is the south-western spire of the Aiguilles du Diable on Mont Blanc du Tacul. It is the usual first summit of the five-spire traverse.

The Arête du Diable is normally approached from the Refuge des Cosmiques through the Col du Diable, then crosses Chaubert, Médiane, Carmen and L’Isolée toward Tacul. The route is a classic high-altitude granite traverse.

Aiguilles du Diable (L'Isolée)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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L’Isolée is the final and highest spire of the Aiguilles du Diable on the south-east ridge of Mont Blanc du Tacul. It is a prize of the renowned five-spire granite traverse.

The Arête du Diable is usually approached from the Refuge des Cosmiques via the Col du Diable, then continued across the spires toward Mont Blanc du Tacul. L’Isolée contains some of the traverse’s hardest climbing.

Aiguilles du Diable (Pointe Carmen)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Pointe Carmen is one of the five Aiguilles du Diable granite spires on the south-east ridge of Mont Blanc du Tacul. It is normally taken during the complete Arête du Diable traverse.

The traverse is usually based at the Refuge des Cosmiques, reaches the Col du Diable, and crosses the spires toward Mont Blanc du Tacul. It combines high-altitude approach work with sustained rock climbing and descents.

Aiguilles du Diable (Pointe Chaubert)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Pointe Chaubert is a granite spire in the Aiguilles du Diable group on Mont Blanc du Tacul’s south-east ridge. It is a named summit of the classic Arête du Diable.

From the Refuge des Cosmiques, the traverse gains the Col du Diable and crosses the five spires toward Mont Blanc du Tacul. Pointe Chaubert is climbed amid the route’s exposed rock sections and rappels.

Aiguilles du Diable (Pointe Médiane)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Pointe Médiane is the middle spire of the Aiguilles du Diable on Mont Blanc du Tacul’s south-east ridge. Its steep granite forms part of the celebrated Arête du Diable.

The usual outing starts at the Refuge des Cosmiques, reaches the Col du Diable, and traverses the spires toward Mont Blanc du Tacul. The line is a sustained high-altitude rock climb, not a simple subsidiary-peak excursion.

Aletschhorn

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Aletschhorn is the second-highest peak of the Bernese Alps, standing above the Aletsch and Mittelaletsch glaciers. Its north face is one of the range’s major walls.

The normal route uses the Mittelaletsch Hut and follows the south-east ridge. The north face is a celebrated serious ice and mixed objective.

Allalinhorn

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Allalinhorn is a prominent glaciated summit above Saas-Fee, readily reached from the Mittelallalin lift station but still a genuine high-alpine objective. It is also a major ski-mountaineering summit.

The normal route crosses the upper glacier from Mittelallalin. The Hohlaubgrat from the Britannia Hut is the classic more independent ridge alternative.

Alphubel

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Alphubel is a broad glacial dome between Täsch and Saas-Fee, with a sharply corniced northern side. It is a classic high tour and ski-mountaineering summit.

The normal route is commonly based at the Täsch Hut and follows the south-east ridge. The alternative from Mittelallalin crosses the glacier and approaches the summit from the north-west.

Balmenhorn

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Balmenhorn is a small Monte Rosa summit above the Lys Glacier, immediately associated with the Cristo delle Vette statue and bivouac. It is commonly collected with neighbouring Italian-side four-thousanders.

Rifugio Mantova or Rifugio Gnifetti provide the normal base. The straightforward glacier approach is often linked with Vincent Pyramid and Corno Nero.

Baranie rohy

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Baranie rohy is a prominent twin-topped High Tatras summit above Malá Studená dolina. It is one of the principal granite objectives reached from Téryho chata.

The normal guided route approaches via the upper valley and Baranie saddle, then follows exposed scrambling and climbing terrain to the summit. It lies beyond the marked tourist network.

Barre des Écrins

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Barre des Écrins is the highest summit of the Écrins massif and the only Alpine four-thousander wholly in France outside the Mont Blanc Group. Its glaciated north side rises above the Glacier Blanc.

The normal route uses the Refuge des Écrins, crosses the Glacier Blanc and Dôme de Neige des Écrins, then follows the final summit ridge. The north face offers serious ice and mixed alternatives.

Ben Nevis

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Note

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Scotland and the United Kingdom.

Bieggavákgáisá

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Bieggavákgáisá is a remote summit in southern Porsanger, Finnmark, on the boundary of Stabbursdalen National Park. It is among the higher peaks of the Gáisá landscape.

There is no widely documented waymarked summit route; an ascent is an off-trail navigation outing in protected Arctic terrain rather than a standardised alpine climb.

Bishorn

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Bishorn is the northern summit of the Weisshorn massif above the Val d’Anniviers. Its broad upper snow slopes offer a contrast to the sharp Weisshorn ridge beyond.

The normal route is based at the Cabane de Tracuit and follows the north-west ridge. The traverse over the Weisshorn is a far more technical continuation.

Bradavica

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Bradavica is a complex of granite summits above the Velická and Batizovská valleys in the central High Tatras. Its ridges and faces make it a mountaineering, rather than tourist-trail, objective.

Approaches are normally made from Sliezsky dom, followed by guided climbing routes through the upper basins and ridges. Route selection depends on the chosen summit and conditions.

Breithorn (Central Summit)

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The central summit lies on the Breithorn’s high frontier ridge east of the western top. It is principally climbed as part of a snowy traverse rather than as an isolated destination.

Access normally begins at Klein Matterhorn and follows the Breithorn ridge from the west. Continuing to the eastern summits involves exposed snow and rock terrain.

Breithorn (Eastern Summit / West Twin)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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This eastern Breithorn summit stands on the long Swiss–Italian ridge above the Val d’Ayas. It is one of the points that gives the complete Breithorn traverse its alpine character.

It is normally reached from Klein Matterhorn on a west-to-east ridge traverse. The more direct Italian approaches use the Ayas hut system but remain glacier and ridge climbs.

Breithorn (Gendarm / East Twin)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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The Breithorn Gendarm, or East Twin, is a subsidiary summit on the eastern part of the Breithorn frontier ridge. Its importance lies in the complete Breithorn traverse.

It is normally passed from west to east after the main Breithorn summit, starting at Klein Matterhorn. The exposed ridge links several named tops before the Italian descent options.

Breithorn (Roccia Nera)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Roccia Nera is the easternmost major Breithorn summit above the Val d’Ayas. It is a natural objective on the full Breithorn ridge traverse.

The summit is generally reached from Klein Matterhorn along the Breithorn crest, or from the Italian side via the Ayas huts. The route is appreciably more complex than the western Breithorn normal ascent.

Breithorn (Western Summit)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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The western summit is the highest point of the Breithorn ridge above Zermatt and Cervinia. Proximity to the Klein Matterhorn lift makes it an unusually accessible high-alpine summit.

The normal route crosses the western Breithorn glacier from Klein Matterhorn. Traversing the entire Breithorn ridge toward its eastern summits is markedly more serious.

Castor

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Castor is the western twin of Pollux on the Swiss–Italian frontier, above the Felik Glacier. Its elegant summit ridge is one of the best-known snow aretes in the Monte Rosa massif.

The normal route rises from Rifugio Quintino Sella to the Felikjoch, then follows the west ridge. Castor is often paired with Pollux in a traverse.

Cho La

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Cho La is the high pass linking the Gokyo valley with the Everest side of Khumbu. It is one of the three principal passes on the Three Passes Trek.

The usual crossing runs between Dzongla and Thagnak, with a glaciated, boulder-strewn eastern side. It is a trekking pass, but snow and route-finding can make the crossing consequential.

Čohkarášša

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Čohkarášša is the highest mountain in Porsanger municipality, in the Gáisá country of Finnmark. It stands within Stabbursdalen National Park and is a significant regional summit.

The peak is reached as a remote off-trail objective rather than by a formal hut-to-hut or marked summit route. Respect for the park and competent navigation are central to planning an ascent.

Col dei Bos

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Col dei Bos is a prominent Dolomite summit above Passo Falzarego, opposite the Tofane. Its pale rock walls and proximity to the First World War landscape give it an important local climbing context.

Approaches normally start from Passo Falzarego. The summit is reached by steep paths and scrambling terrain, while the surrounding faces carry established Dolomite rock routes.

Dent Blanche

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Dent Blanche is an isolated, four-ridged pyramid above the Val d’Hérens and Zinal in the Swiss Pennine Alps. Its scale and symmetrical profile make it a major objective despite its separation from the highest massifs.

The normal route follows the south ridge from the Cabane de la Dent Blanche. The north face and the other ridges are substantially more serious lines.

Dent d'Hérens

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Dent d’Hérens is the remote, heavily glaciated neighbour of the Matterhorn on the Swiss–Italian frontier. Its north face is a classic large alpine wall.

The normal route follows the south-west ridge from the Italian Rifugio Aosta. The north face and the Tiefmatten ridge are major alternatives.

Dent du Géant (Dente del Gigante)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Dent du Géant is the unmistakable granite tooth above the Glacier du Géant on the French–Italian frontier. Its steep, compact rock makes it a classic technical summit rather than a snow climb.

Rifugio Torino is the normal base. The standard route ascends the south-west face by fixed ropes and short pitches; the south-east ridge is another classic line.

Dom

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

The Dom is the highest summit entirely in Switzerland and the culminating peak of the Mischabel group above Randa. Its glaciated north-west flank contrasts with the long rocky ridges that define the massif.

The normal route is staged at the Domhütte and reaches the summit by the Festijoch and north-west ridge. The Festigrat and the Hohberggraat are celebrated, much more sustained alternatives.

Dôme de Neige des Écrins

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Dôme de Neige des Écrins is the broad snowy shoulder north-west of Barre des Écrins. It is both an objective in its own right and the normal staging summit for Barre.

The standard route starts at the Refuge des Écrins, crosses the Glacier Blanc and climbs the snow slopes to the dome. Barre des Écrins is reached by continuing along the narrow final ridge.

Dôme de Rochefort

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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Dôme de Rochefort is a snowy summit on the frontier ridge between Dent du Géant and the Grandes Jorasses. It is a central point of the Rochefort ridge traverse.

Rifugio Torino is the usual base, with access across the Glacier du Géant and along the Aiguille de Rochefort ridge. The continuation toward Dent du Géant or the Jorasses is a serious exposed traverse.

Dôme du Goûter

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

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The Dôme du Goûter is the broad snowy shoulder on Mont Blanc’s normal route, above the Goûter Hut. It is a major summit in its own right and a natural high point of the route from Saint-Gervais.

It is normally crossed from the Goûter Hut on the way to Mont Blanc. The Dômes de Miage–Aiguille de Bionnassay traverse provides a longer, more alpine approach to the dome.

Dômes de Miage

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

The Dômes de Miage are a chain of snowy summits above the Contamines valley on the French side of the Mont Blanc Group. Their long ridge is a classic high-alpine traverse.

The Refuge des Conscrits is the usual base. The normal traverse follows the domes’ snow crest and can be extended toward Aiguille de Bionnassay.

Dufourspitze

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Note

Dufourspitze is the highest mountain in Switzerland.

Dürrenhorn (Dirruhorn)

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Description#

Dürrenhorn is the northern end of the Nadelgrat, above the Ried Glacier and Saas valley. It is the natural starting point for the classic traverse toward Nadelhorn.

The normal route starts from the Bordier Hut, gains the Dirrujoch, and follows the north ridge. The Nadelgrat links Dürrenhorn with Hohberghorn, Stecknadelhorn and Nadelhorn.

Finsteraarhorn

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Finsteraarhorn is the highest summit of the Bernese Alps, rising above the great Aletsch and Fiescher glaciers. Its remote setting is part of its appeal.

The normal route is staged at the Finsteraarhorn Hut, crosses the upper glacier to the Hugisattel, and follows the south-west ridge. The classic north-east ridge is a longer alternative.

Fuji

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Note

Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan.

Galdhøpiggen

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Note

Galdhøpiggen is the highest mountain in Norway.

Ganek

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Description#

Gánek is a dramatic High Tatras summit in Slovakia, distinguished by the Gankova Gallery on its northern side. It is one of the range’s most serious traditional climbing objectives.

The mountain is approached from the Popradské pleso side and climbed by guided mountaineering routes. Its walls and ridges are well beyond the marked hiking trails.

Gerlachovský Štít

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Note

Gerlachovský Štít is the highest mountain in Slovakia.

Gokyo Ri

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Gokyo Ri is the celebrated viewpoint directly above Gokyo village in the Khumbu. Its summit panorama takes in Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu as well as the Ngozumpa Glacier.

The normal ascent is a steep trekking trail from Gokyo, generally made as an acclimatisation day or before crossing Renjo La or Cho La. It does not require technical climbing in normal conditions.

Gran Paradiso

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Gran Paradiso is the only Alpine four-thousander entirely within Italy and the high point of Gran Paradiso National Park. Its summit crest ends at the well-known Madonna statue.

The normal routes start from Rifugio Chabod or Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II, cross the glacier and finish along the exposed rocky summit ridge. The north face is a serious alternative.

Grand Combin (de Grafeneire)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Grand Combin de Grafeneire is the highest summit of the Grand Combin massif, a formidable complex above the Val de Bagnes. Its vast north face and serac barriers dominate the approach from the Swiss side.

The traditional normal line is the Corridor from the Cabane de Valsorey; conditions on that route are decisive. The Meitin ridge and the Valsorey ridge are important alternatives, with the latter forming a major mixed climb.

Grand Combin (de la Tsessette)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Grand Combin de la Tsessette is the northern summit of the Grand Combin group above the Corbassière Glacier. It is a fine objective in its own right and an alternative viewpoint to the main summit.

Cabane FXB Panossière is the usual base; the normal line crosses the Corbassière Glacier to the Col du Croissant and finishes on snow slopes. It can be linked with the Grand Combin crest.

Grand Combin (de Valsorey)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Grand Combin de Valsorey is the south-west summit of the Grand Combin massif and a key point on the Valsorey ridge. It provides a striking, technical approach toward the main summit.

The Valsorey Hut is the customary base for the Valsorey ridge, a long mixed route to the massif’s crest. It can be traversed toward Grand Combin de Grafeneire in stable conditions.

Grand Pilier d'Angle

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

The Grand Pilier d’Angle is the great granite-and-ice pillar between Aiguille Blanche de Peuterey and Mont Blanc de Courmayeur. It is a key obstacle on the Italian Peuterey ridge.

Rifugio Monzino and Bivacco Eccles are the usual bases. The Peuterey integral crosses the pillar on its way toward Mont Blanc and is among the massif’s most serious ridge traverses.

Grande Rocheuse

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Grande Rocheuse stands on the east ridge of Aiguille Verte above the Talèfre basin. It is an important summit on a remote and technical section of the Mont Blanc Group.

The Refuge du Couvercle is the usual base. Grande Rocheuse is most often climbed on the ridge traverse toward Aiguille du Jardin and Aiguille Verte.

Grandes Jorasses (Pointe Croz)

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Description#

Pointe Croz is a principal summit of the Grandes Jorasses, above the formidable north face overlooking the Leschaux Glacier. The Croz Spur is a classic line on that face.

The summit is normally gained on a Grandes Jorasses ridge traverse from the Italian side, using Rifugio Boccalatte-Piolti. The Croz Spur is a major technical alternative.

Grandes Jorasses (Pointe Hélène)

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Description#

Pointe Hélène is an eastern summit on the Grandes Jorasses ridge, above the glaciers of the French–Italian frontier. It is principally a point on high-level Jorasses traverses.

The traditional Italian base is Rifugio Boccalatte-Piolti. Reaching it with the neighbouring Jorasses summits requires sustained ridge climbing and complex descent planning.

Grandes Jorasses (Pointe Marguerite)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Pointe Marguerite is a summit on the Grandes Jorasses ridge above the Italian Val Ferret and French Leschaux Glacier. It is most commonly encountered on traverses of the massif.

Rifugio Boccalatte-Piolti is the traditional Italian base for the normal ridge approaches. Linking it with the other Jorasses summits creates a long, technical high-level traverse.

Grandes Jorasses (Pointe Walker)

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Description#

Pointe Walker is the highest summit of the Grandes Jorasses and crowns the massif’s immense north face. The Walker Spur is one of the great historic north-face routes of the Alps.

The Italian normal approach is based at Rifugio Boccalatte-Piolti and reaches the summit ridge from the south. The Cassin Route on the Walker Spur is the defining technical line.

Grandes Jorasses (Pointe Whymper)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Pointe Whymper is a major summit on the long Grandes Jorasses ridge, between Pointe Walker and Pointe Croz. It shares the massif’s dramatic north-face setting above the Leschaux Glacier.

It is normally reached in a traverse of the Grandes Jorasses ridge from the Italian side, based at Rifugio Boccalatte-Piolti. The summit is also passed by long ridge links between the principal Jorasses tops.

Gross Fiescherhorn

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Gross Fiescherhorn is the highest point of the Fiescherhorn ridge above the Aletsch Glacier. It is often climbed in combination with the Hinter Fiescherhorn.

The normal route is generally based at the Mönchsjoch Hut and follows the north-east ridge from the Fieschersattel. Ridge traverses toward the other Fiescherhorn summits are more involved.

Grünhorn (Gross Grünhorn)

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Description#

Gross Grünhorn rises above the Fiescher Glacier in the Bernese Alps, near the long crest connecting the Fiescherhorns and Finsteraarhorn. Its glacier approaches are extensive.

The Konkordia Hut is a customary base, with the normal route gaining the Grünhornlücke and following the upper ridge. Traverses from the Fiescherhorn side add technical complexity.

Hinter Fiescherhorn

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Description#

Hinter Fiescherhorn is the eastern summit of the Fiescherhorn group above the Aletsch Glacier. It is normally climbed as part of a traverse with Gross Fiescherhorn.

The Mönchsjoch Hut is the usual base, with access over the glacier and the Fieschersattel. The connecting ridge gives the outing its principal alpine interest.

Hohberghorn (Hobärghorn)

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Description#

Hohberghorn is the central high summit of the Nadelgrat, between Stecknadelhorn and Dürrenhorn. It is chiefly valued as part of the continuous ridge traverse.

The usual base is the Mischabel Hut or, from the north, the Bordier Hut. The Nadelgrat links it with Stecknadelhorn, Nadelhorn and Dürrenhorn over sustained mixed ground.

Ibn Sina Peak (Lenin Peak)

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Ibn Sina Peak, widely known as Lenin Peak, is the most accessible of the traditional Snow Leopard summits on the Kyrgyz–Tajik frontier of the Trans-Alay. Its scale, rather than technical rock climbing, is its defining challenge.

The normal expedition route starts from the Achik-Tash base-camp area, proceeds through the established high camps and Razdelnaya, then follows broad upper snow slopes. It is a long glaciated ascent requiring careful acclimatisation.

Ismoil Somoni Peak (Communism Peak)

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Note

Ismoil Somoni Peak is the highest mountain in Tajikistan.

Jahňací štít

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Description#

Jahňací štít is the easternmost major summit of the High Tatras, rising above the Valley of Green Lake. It is a conspicuous granite peak at the end of the main range.

The standard approach begins at Chata pri Zelenom plese and follows the marked route through steep, exposed terrain. The surrounding walls also hold traditional Tatra climbing lines.

Jengish Chokusu (Pobeda Peak)

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Note

Jengish Chokusu is the highest mountain in Kyrgyzstan.

Jungfrau

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Description#

Jungfrau is one of the Bernese Alps’ defining summits, overlooking the Aletsch Glacier and the Lauterbrunnen valley. Its northern face is a landmark of Alpine climbing history.

The normal route starts at the Mönchsjoch Hut, reaches the Rottalsattel and follows the south-east ridge. The north face is a very different, serious objective.

Kala Patthar

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Kala Patthar is the rocky viewpoint above Gorak Shep on the Everest side of Khumbu. It is prized for its close view of Everest’s south-west face and the Khumbu Glacier.

The usual ascent is a steep trekking path from Gorak Shep, often made at sunrise or sunset. It is a non-technical acclimatisation objective, but altitude dominates the effort.

Kazbek

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Kazbek is a glaciated dormant volcano in the Greater Caucasus above Stepantsminda. It is one of Georgia’s most important high-alpine summits.

The normal route approaches from Stepantsminda via Gergeti Trinity Church to the Meteo Station, then crosses the Gergeti Glacier and follows upper snow slopes. The summit is a popular expedition-style objective rather than a trekking peak.

Kežmarský Štít

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Kežmarský Štít is a complex granite summit above the Skalnatá and Malá Studená valleys, with multiple towers and ridges. It is an important traditional climbing objective of the eastern High Tatras.

Approaches use the Skalnatá dolina or Téryho chata side, followed by guided climbing terrain. The summit is not served by a marked tourist route.

Khan Tengri

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Khan Tengri is the famous marble pyramid of the central Tian Shan, rising above the Inylchek glaciers on the Kyrgyz–Kazakh frontier. It is one of the classic Snow Leopard peaks.

The usual expedition approach is from South Inylchek base camp, with the normal route following the western ridge via a series of high camps. Its steep upper ridge and severe weather distinguish it from a straightforward snow peak.

Končistá

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Končistá is a broad, high summit on the ridge above Mengusovská and Batizovská valleys. Its long southern ridge gives it a commanding position in the central High Tatras.

The mountain is approached from Popradské pleso or the Sliezsky dom side and climbed by guided mountaineering routes. Its upper ridge is not a marked tourist path.

Kongma La

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Kongma La is the highest of the Three Passes Trek crossings in the Khumbu, linking the Chhukung valley with Lobuche. It provides a remote alternative to the main Everest Base Camp trail.

The standard crossing goes between Chhukung and Lobuche via a long moraine and high-pass day. It is a trekking route with no technical summit climb, though fresh snow can obscure the route.

Kozi Wierch

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Kozi Wierch is the highest summit lying wholly in the Polish Tatras. It sits on the Orla Perć ridge above the Valley of Five Polish Lakes.

Marked routes approach from the Valley of Five Polish Lakes or from Murowaniec via Zawrat. The Orla Perć is the notable exposed ridge traverse through this section of the High Tatras.

Kreuzspitze

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Kreuzspitze is an Ötztal Alps summit above Vent, distinct from the Monte Rosa peaks that share its name. It is the local mountain of the Martin-Busch-Hütte and a popular high route without a glacier crossing in summer.

The normal ascent from the Martin-Busch-Hütte follows a marked route over scree and the upper ridge. It is also a well-known ski tour when snow conditions permit.

Kriváň

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Description#

Kriváň is one of Slovakia’s national symbols, distinguished by its bent summit ridge above the western High Tatras. It is a prominent hiking mountain with extensive views.

Marked routes reach the summit from Tri studničky or from the Štrbské Pleso side. The final ridge involves straightforward scrambling but no technical climbing in normal summer conditions.

Kupola

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Description#

Objective details and ascent history will be added here.

Ľadový Štít

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Description#

Ľadový Štít is one of the highest and most remote-looking granite summits in the High Tatras, above the Malá Studená dolina. Its name reflects the long-lasting snow and ice in its surrounding basins.

The usual mountaineering base is Téryho chata. The standard guided route reaches the summit via the upper saddles and ridge; the walls and ridges offer more technical alternatives.

Lagginhorn

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Description#

Lagginhorn is a largely rock-based Pennine four-thousander above Saas-Grund, unusual for a normal route that can avoid glacier travel in favourable conditions. Its long south ridge is a classic.

The Weissmies Hut is the customary base for the normal west-south-west ridge. The north ridge is a longer, more technical alternative.

Lastoi de Formin

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Description#

Lastoi de Formin is a rugged Dolomite summit above Passo Giau and the Mondeval basin. Its limestone towers form part of the wild ridge south of the Croda da Lago group.

Approaches normally start at Passo Giau or from the Mondeval side. The summit is a scrambling and route-finding objective, while its walls offer traditional Dolomite climbing terrain.

Lauteraarhorn

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Description#

Lauteraarhorn is a remote Bernese Alps summit at the head of the Unteraar Glacier. Its long ridges offer a notably wild contrast to the railway-accessed peaks farther west.

The Lauteraar Hut is the normal base, and the usual route follows the south-east ridge after a glacier approach. The Lauteraarhorn–Schreckhorn traverse is a major alpine link.

Lenzspitze

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Description#

Lenzspitze is the sharp southern summit of the Nadelhorn–Dom sector of the Mischabel group. Its north-east face and narrow summit ridge give it a more technical character than nearby glacier domes.

The normal route is based at the Mischabel Hut and gains the Lenzjoch before following the east ridge. It is often combined with Nadelhorn in a traverse.

Les Droites

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Description#

Les Droites rises above the Argentière and Talèfre glaciers and is renowned for its imposing north face. It is one of the major technical peaks of the Mont Blanc Group.

The Refuge du Couvercle is the usual base for the south-side normal approaches. The north face’s Ginat Route and other ice lines are among the mountain’s notable serious routes.

Liskamm, Eastern Summit (Lyskamm Ost)

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Liskamm’s eastern summit forms one end of the long, corniced ridge between the Monte Rosa and Castor–Pollux groups. The ridge is a classic but exposed frontier traverse.

It is normally reached from the Italian side via Rifugio Quintino Sella and the Felikjoch, or as part of the complete Liskamm traverse. The route demands careful timing and sound judgement of snow and cornice conditions.

Liskamm, Western Summit (Lyskamm West)

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Liskamm’s western summit is the high point at the Castor end of the massif’s celebrated summit ridge. Above the Lys Glacier, its steep northern side gives the ridge its reputation for seriousness.

It is usually climbed on a traverse from the Felikjoch, with Rifugio Quintino Sella the customary base. Continuing across Liskamm to the eastern summit is a committing corniced-ridge route.

Lomnický Štít

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Description#

Lomnický Štít is a dominant High Tatras summit above Tatranská Lomnica, distinguished by its summit observatory and cable-car access. Its steep walls retain a substantial climbing history.

The cable car supplies the usual non-climbing access. Mountaineering routes include the Jordánka and ridge routes from the Skalnatá dolina side, which are separate from the tourist infrastructure.

Ludwigshöhe

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Description#

Ludwigshöhe is a summit on Monte Rosa’s Italian–Swiss crest, above the Lys Glacier. It is most naturally visited during a tour of the high ridge around Signalkuppe.

The normal approach begins at Rifugio Gnifetti or Rifugio Mantova and crosses the Lys Glacier. A ridge traverse can include Parrotspitze and Corno Nero in the same outing.

Luttinden

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Description#

Objective details and ascent history will be added here.

Marmolada

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Description#

Marmolada is the highest mountain of the Dolomites, with Punta Penia as its summit and a rapidly changing north-side glacier. Its south face is one of the great walls of the range.

The normal route approaches from the Passo Fedaia side and follows the upper glacier and west ridge, often using the fixed protection near the summit. The south face’s Via dell’Ideale is a renowned hard rock route.

Matterhorn (Monte Cervino / Le Cervin)

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Description#

The Matterhorn is the iconic four-sided peak above Zermatt and Cervinia, split by the Swiss–Italian frontier. Its ridges, faces and history make it one of the most significant alpine summits.

The Hörnli ridge from the Hörnli Hut is the normal route; the Lion ridge is the Italian counterpart. The north face’s Schmid Route is a celebrated serious line. Edward Whymper’s party made the first ascent in 1865.

Mönch

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Description#

Mönch forms the central summit of the Eiger–Mönch–Jungfrau group above the Aletsch Glacier. Its north face and elegant ridges make it a major Bernese Alps objective.

The normal route is based at the Mönchsjoch Hut and follows the south-east ridge. The Lauper Route on the north face is a classic, much more serious line.

Mont Blanc (Monte Bianco)

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Note

Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in France and Italy.

Mont Blanc de Courmayeur

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Description#

Mont Blanc de Courmayeur is the conspicuous high point on Mont Blanc’s south-east ridge, separated from the main summit by Col Major. Its prominence is modest, but it forms the summit of the mountain’s immense Italian face.

It is normally visited by continuing over the Bosses ridge from Mont Blanc. The Peuterey and Brouillard ridges provide far more serious approaches from the Italian side.

Mont Blanc du Tacul

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Description#

Mont Blanc du Tacul stands above the Vallée Blanche between the Aiguille du Midi and Mont Maudit. Its north face holds several classic ice and mixed routes.

The normal route is usually approached from the Aiguille du Midi or the Cosmiques Hut across the Glacier du Géant. The Contamine–Grisolle route on the north face and the Aiguilles du Diable traverse are notable technical lines.

Mont Brouillard

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Description#

Mont Brouillard is a remote summit on the Italian side of Mont Blanc, at the head of the Brouillard ridge. Its complex south-facing ridges give it a serious, exploratory character.

Rifugio Monzino and Bivacco Eccles are the usual bases. The Brouillard ridge is a major alpine line that can be continued toward Mont Blanc de Courmayeur and Mont Blanc.

Mont Maudit

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Description#

Mont Maudit rises between Mont Blanc du Tacul and Mont Blanc above the Vallée Blanche. It is a principal summit of the Trois Monts itinerary and has substantial glacial north-west slopes.

The usual route comes from the Cosmiques Hut over Mont Blanc du Tacul and the Col du Mont Maudit. The Kuffner ridge is a classic, far more technical frontier ridge from the Italian side.

Monte Mondeval

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Description#

Monte Mondeval rises above the Mondeval basin near Passo Giau in the Dolomites. The area is also known for the important Mesolithic burial discovered in the basin below the mountain.

The normal hiking approaches come from Passo Giau or the Mondeval–Prendera side. It is a broad mountain day rather than a technical climbing objective.

Nadelhorn

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Description#

Nadelhorn is the best-known summit of the sharp Nadelgrat in the Mischabel group. It offers a classic snow-and-rock ridge above Saas-Fee.

The normal route starts at the Mischabel Hut and follows the north-east ridge from the Windjoch. The full Nadelgrat from Dürrenhorn through Hohberghorn and Stecknadelhorn is a much longer alpine traverse.

Nordend

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Description#

Nordend is Monte Rosa’s northern summit, above the Grenzgletscher and close to Dufourspitze on the frontier ridge. Its north face is a major alpine wall.

The usual ascent is based at the Monte Rosa Hut, via the upper Grenzgletscher and the Silbersattel before taking the final ridge. The north face remains a serious, committing alternative.

Nuvolau

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Description#

Nuvolau is a small but exceptionally panoramic Dolomite summit above the Falzarego and Giau passes. Rifugio Nuvolau sits just below the top and is one of the range’s historic mountain huts.

The normal route follows marked paths from Passo Giau or the Cinque Torri–Averau area. It is a straightforward summit hike with extensive views of the surrounding Dolomite groups.

Ober Gabelhorn

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Description#

Ober Gabelhorn is a striking summit between Zermatt and Zinal, opposite the Matterhorn. Its complicated ridges and high-quality rock have made it a classic Swiss climb.

The normal route is usually based at the Rothorn Hut and follows the Arbengrat after passing the Wellenkuppe. The north face and the Zinal ridge are substantial alternatives.

Oppardasrášša

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Description#

Oppardasrášša is a summit in the Porsanger Gáisá region of Finnmark. It is a remote Arctic mountain rather than a developed climbing destination.

Available route information is limited; an ascent should be treated as an off-trail navigation outing in open tundra terrain, with local land-use and weather considerations setting the character of the day.

Ozodi Peak (Korzhenevskaya Peak)

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Description#

Ozodi Peak, formerly Korzhenevskaya Peak, is one of Tajikistan’s five Snow Leopard summits in the Pamirs. It is normally climbed from the shared Moskvina Meadow base-camp area.

The standard ascent follows the peak’s north-west ridge through established high camps. It is a substantial glacier-and-snow expedition and is often paired logistically with Ismoil Somoni Peak.

Parrotspitze (Punta Parrot)

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Description#

Parrotspitze lies on Monte Rosa’s high ridge near Signalkuppe, overlooking the Lys Glacier on the Italian side. It is a worthwhile component of the upper-massif traverse.

Rifugio Gnifetti or Rifugio Mantova are the normal bases, with access over the Lys Glacier and Colle del Lys. It is regularly linked with Signalkuppe, Ludwigshöhe and Zumsteinspitze.

Picco Luigi Amedeo (Pointe Louis-Amédée)

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Description#

Picco Luigi Amedeo is a subsidiary high point on the Italian Peuterey ridge system of Mont Blanc. It is encountered on serious ridge itineraries rather than commonly climbed as a separate objective.

Approaches use Rifugio Monzino and Bivacco Eccles. The Peuterey integral, which continues via Aiguille Blanche and the Grand Pilier d’Angle toward Mont Blanc, is the route that gives the summit its mountaineering significance.

Piz Bernina

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Description#

Piz Bernina is the highest summit of the Eastern Alps and the crown of the Bernina Group. Its famous Biancograt is among the great snow ridges of the Alps.

The normal route follows the Spalla ridge from Rifugio Marco e Rosa. The Biancograt from the Tschierva Hut is the classic long and technical alternative.

Piz Boe

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Description#

Piz Boè is the highest summit of the Sella Group and one of the most accessible high points in the Dolomites. Capanna Fassa stands immediately below its summit.

The normal routes start from Sass Pordoi or the Passo Pordoi side and cross the Sella plateau on steep, sometimes equipped paths. The summit is a natural centrepiece of Sella traverses.

Pointe Young

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Description#

Pointe Young is a minor summit on the frontier ridge of the Grandes Jorasses, above the Italian and French glacier basins. It is a technical point in the massif’s complex ridge system rather than an independent normal-route peak.

It is approached on the Hirondelles ridge or during Grandes Jorasses traverses, traditionally from Rifugio Boccalatte-Piolti or Bivacco Ettore Canzio. Those routes are long, serious mixed undertakings.

Pollux

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Description#

Pollux is Castor’s rocky twin above the Val d’Ayas and the Lys Glacier. The peak is particularly known for its short, exposed upper ridge.

The normal route starts from Rifugio Guide d’Ayas, crosses the glacier and follows the south-west ridge with fixed protection on its rocky steps. It is often paired with Castor from Rifugio Quintino Sella.

Prostredný Hrot

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Description#

Prostredný Hrot is a sharp central High Tatras summit above Veľká Studená dolina, between the better-known surrounding peaks. Its granite ridges make it a classic guided climbing objective.

Zbojnícka chata is the usual base, with normal mountaineering access through the upper valley and ridge. The summit is not reached by a marked tourist trail.

Punta Baretti

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Description#

Punta Baretti is a remote summit on Mont Blanc’s Italian south side, on the Brouillard–Innominata ridge system. It is associated with serious, seldom-visited high routes rather than a routine normal ascent.

Rifugio Monzino and Bivacco Eccles provide the usual bases. Ridge itineraries through the Innominata and Brouillard sectors are the peak’s principal mountaineering context.

Punta Giordani (Giordanispétz)

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Description#

Punta Giordani is the lowest and most accessible four-thousander on Monte Rosa’s Italian side. It provides a useful glaciated introduction to the Gnifetti–Mantova hut system.

From Rifugio Mantova or Rifugio Gnifetti, the normal line crosses the Glacier del Garstelet and climbs the upper snow and rock slopes. It is often combined with Vincent Pyramid or Balmenhorn.

Pyšný Štít

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Description#

Pyšný Štít is a sharp High Tatras summit on the ridge above Malá Studená dolina, close to Baranie rohy. It is a mountaineering summit rather than a marked hiking destination.

Téryho chata is the usual base for approaches through the valley. The final ridge is reached on guided climbing routes in the Baranie rohy sector.

Renjo La

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Description#

Renjo La is a high pass on the western side of the Khumbu, linking the Gokyo valley with Thame. It is one of the standard crossings of the Three Passes Trek.

The usual route connects Gokyo and Thame over the pass, with a steep stone-step descent on the Gokyo side. It is valued for its broad views of the Everest and Rolwaling ranges.

Rimpfischhorn

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Description#

Rimpfischhorn rises between the Täsch and Saas valleys, with a complex ridge system above the Allalin Glacier. It offers a more secluded high-alpine outing than nearby Strahlhorn.

The normal route is generally based at the Täsch Hut and reaches the summit by the south-east ridge. A northern approach from the Britannia Hut makes a long glacier tour.

Rysy

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Note

Rysy is the highest mountain in Poland.

Schreckhorn

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Description#

Schreckhorn is the highest peak entirely in the Bernese Alps and one of their most demanding normal ascents. Its serrated ridges rise above the Unteraar and Grindelwald glaciers.

The normal route uses the Schreckhorn Hut and follows the south-east ridge. The north face and the Lauteraarhorn–Schreckhorn traverse are major serious alternatives.

Schwarzhorn (Corno Nero)

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Description#

Corno Nero is a rocky Monte Rosa subsidiary summit above the Lys Glacier, often visited with Balmenhorn and Ludwigshöhe. It is one of the easily combined points on the Italian side of the massif.

Rifugio Gnifetti and Rifugio Mantova are the standard bases. The normal line crosses the Lys Glacier and joins the upper ridge, frequently as part of a multi-summit traverse.

Signalkuppe (Punta Gnifetti)

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Description#

Signalkuppe is Monte Rosa’s hut-crowned summit: Capanna Regina Margherita stands on its crest. The peak is a principal destination of the Lys Glacier route and a common acclimatisation objective in the massif.

From Rifugio Gnifetti or Rifugio Mantova, the normal route crosses the Lys Glacier to Colle del Lys and follows the broad upper ridge. The continuation to Zumsteinspitze and Parrotspitze makes a classic high traverse.

Slavkovský Štít

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Description#

Slavkovský Štít is a broad summit above Starý Smokovec, with a long south-east ridge that makes it one of the most accessible high Tatra peaks. It is a fine viewpoint toward the central range.

A marked trail climbs directly from Starý Smokovec over the long ridge to the summit. The route is strenuous but does not require technical climbing in summer conditions.

Stecknadelhorn

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Description#

Stecknadelhorn is a narrow summit on the Nadelgrat between Nadelhorn and Hohberghorn. Its value is as an exposed link in one of the Pennine Alps’ classic high traverses.

The Mischabel Hut is the standard base. It is normally climbed on the Nadelgrat, either from Nadelhorn or from the Hohberghorn–Dürrenhorn side.

Strahlhorn

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Description#

Strahlhorn is a glaciated Pennine summit above Saas-Fee, notable for its wide panorama and long approaches. It is a popular ski-mountaineering objective in spring.

The standard route starts from the Britannia Hut, crosses the Allalin Glacier toward the Adlerpass, and follows the upper snow slopes. The summit is often combined with Rimpfischhorn only by strong, well-acclimatised parties.

Swinica

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Description#

Świnica is a prominent summit in the Polish High Tatras, near Kasprowy Wierch. It is a classic exposed mountain hike above the Zakopane side.

Marked routes reach the summit from Zawrat or Kasprowy Wierch. The Orla Perć intersects the wider ridge system and makes a demanding continuation for experienced hikers.

Täschhorn

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Description#

Täschhorn is the northern high point of the Mischabel group, between the Dom and Alphubel. It is best known as a key summit on the long Nadelgrat.

The normal ascent uses the Täschhütte and the north-west side of the mountain. The Nadelgrat traverse links Täschhorn with Dom or Nadelhorn and turns the peak into a sustained mixed-ridge undertaking.

Vincent Pyramid (Piramide Vincent)

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Description#

Vincent Pyramid is one of the more accessible four-thousanders above the Lys Glacier on Monte Rosa’s Italian side. It is a common first summit from the Gnifetti–Mantova hut system.

The normal route starts at Rifugio Gnifetti or Rifugio Mantova, crosses the glacier and follows the upper snow and rock slopes. It combines readily with Balmenhorn and Corno Nero.

Vychodna Vysoka

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Description#

Východná Vysoká is a sharp High Tatras summit above the Velická and Zlomisková valleys. Its position gives it a fine view toward Gerlachovský štít and the central Tatra ridges.

The usual mountaineering approach comes from Sliezsky dom through the Polský hrebeň area. The final summit terrain is a guided climbing route rather than a marked tourist trail.

Vysoká

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Description#

Vysoká is the distinctive twin-summited peak above Mengusovská dolina, famous for its deeply cleft profile. It is a classic central High Tatras mountaineering objective.

The usual approach starts from Popradské pleso and reaches the upper ridge by guided routes from the Mengusovská valley. The summit is outside the marked trail network.

Weisshorn

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Description#

The Weisshorn is one of the most distinctive pyramids in the Pennine Alps, rising above Zinal, Randa and the Turtmann valley. Its three great ridges and striking faces make it a defining Swiss alpine summit.

The normal route follows the north ridge from the Weisshorn Hut. The Schali ridge and east ridge are major alternatives, while the north face is a historic ice and mixed climb.

Weissmies

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Description#

Weissmies is a dominant summit above Saas-Grund, known for its long south ridge and broad glacier slopes. It is a popular high tour and ski objective in the Pennine Alps.

The normal route follows the south ridge from the Almageller Hut or Hohsaas. The Triftgrat is a classic, more sustained ridge ascent.

Weszterov stit

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Description#

Objective details and ascent history will be added here.

Zinalrothorn

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Description#

Zinalrothorn is a sharp rock pyramid above Zinal and the Matter Valley, immediately recognisable for its summit ridges. It is a classic Swiss mixed climb rather than a glacier walk.

The normal route follows the north ridge from the Rothorn Hut. The Trift ridge and the east ridge are longer, serious alternatives.

Zumsteinspitze (Punta Zumstein)

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Description#

Zumsteinspitze stands on Monte Rosa’s high crest between the Italian Lys basin and the Swiss Grenzgletscher. It is usually collected as part of the upper Monte Rosa ridge rather than as an isolated climb.

Rifugio Gnifetti or Rifugio Mantova provide the usual Italian base; the normal line crosses the Lys Glacier and joins the summit ridge from Colle del Lys. It is often linked with Signalkuppe and Parrotspitze.