Breithorn
The Breithorn is a mountain range of the Pennine Alps with its highest peak of the same name (but also called Breithorn (Western Summit)). It is on the border between Switzerland and Italy. It lies on the main chain of the Alps. It is a halfway between the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa and east of the Theodul Pass. The nearest settlements are Zermatt (Valais) and St-Jacques (Aosta Valley).
 The north side of the Breithorn as seen from Gandegg | |
| Elevation | 4,164 m (13,661 ft) |
|---|---|
| Prominence | 433 m (1,421 ft)[1] |
| Parent peak | Dufourspitze |
| Translation | Broad Horn |
| Location | |
| Range | Pennine Alps |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1813 |
| Easiest route | Basic glacier/snow climb |
The Breithorn was first climbed in 1813 by Henry Maynard (climber), Joseph-Marie Couttet, Jean Gras, Jean-Baptiste Erin and Jean-Jacques Erin.
Breithorn Media
The Breithorn (Western Summit), as seen from Klein Matterhorn (west side)
References
Other websites
- Breithorn on SummitPost
- Breithorn on Peakware Archived 2000-08-17 at the Wayback Machine - photos
- Breithorn on 4000er.de
- Breithorn on WinterClimb.com - photos, practical info
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