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The highest mountain range of Switzerland

The most beautiful mountains in Switzerland

Petr Liška
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The highest mountain range of Switzerland
Inserted: 13.09.2023
Author: Petr Liška © gigaplaces.com
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Switzerland is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe. It is not surprising that there are several mountain ranges with peaks over four thousand meters above sea level. The Montblanc massif also extends into Switzerland, but it has lower peaks than other Swiss mountain ranges. So let's take a look at the highest mountain range in Switzerland.

1.
Wallis Alps

The most mountainous region of Switzerland

Rating:
| Altitude: 4 634 m / 15 203 ft

The Wallis Alps have the highest average height in Europe. The highest peak of the Wallis Alps is the Dufourspitze (4,634m above sea level) in the Monte Rosa Massif. It is after Mont Blanc the second highest mountain in Europe. The biggest attraction here, however Matterhorn (4,478m asl), one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. continue reading

2.
Bernese Alps

Europe's most picturesque mountain range

Rating:
| Altitude: 4 274 m / 14 022 ft

The Bernese Alps is without a doubt one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world. There are famous mountains such as Eiger or Jungfrau. Aletschgletscher glacier is the longest in Europe with its 26 kilometers. The glacial valley at Lauterbrunnen with several waterfalls is really impressive. In addition, there are amazing meadows with a wide range of hiking trails under the massive glacied peaks . continue reading

3.
Bernina

The highest mountains of the Eastern Alps

Altitude: 4 048 m / 13 281 ft

Bernina is the highest mountain range in the Eastern Alps. There is also the only four thousand in the Eastern Alps – Piz Bernina (4,048 m above sea level). The mountains are located in Switzerland (the main point of St. Moritz) and Italy (the main point of Sondrio). Here you will find several beautiful glaciers and lakes. Both countries are connected by an alpine road with the famous Bernina Pass (2,328 m above sea level) continue reading

4.
Mont Blanc Massif

The most beautiful area of France

Rating:
| Altitude: 4 808 m / 15 774 ft

The Mont Blanc massif is the highest part of the Alps, spread over the territories of three countries: France, Italy and Switzerland. Interesting is not only with the highest mountain in Europe – Mont Blanc (4,808m asl), but also with the beautiful Aiguilles rocks and massive glaciers. The magnificent trek of the Tour du Mont Blanc is all around the mountain range. There is also a great cableway to the top of Aiguille du Midi (3,842 m above sea level) continue reading

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