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Quick Facts: Breithorn
- Elevation: 4,164m
- Country: Switzerland
- Region: Europe
- Guide Companies: 0 verified operators
- Season: Weather: Summers in southern Switzerland tend to be warm and humid. Rainfall is not uncommon at this
- Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF) on Swiss side, Euro (EUR) on Italian side. Klein Matterhorn cable car approximately 100 CHF return. Cervinia access on Italian side. No hut needed for normal route.
- Languages: Official: German (Zermatt), Italian (Cervinia). English widely spoken. Very accessible peak makes it popular with international visitors.
Region: Europe, Switzerland
Climbing History
First ascent in 1813. At 4,164m, often called the easiest 4,000m peak in the Alps due to cable car access from Klein Matterhorn. Popular first alpine summit. Stunning views of Matterhorn and Monte Rosa.
Notable Routes
Normal Route from Klein Matterhorn (half day): Simple glacier walk to summit. Breithorn Traverse: All five summits for experienced climbers. West Face: More technical routes. Often combined with other peaks.
Weather Information
Weather: Summers in southern Switzerland tend to be warm and humid. Rainfall is not uncommon at this time of year, but there is still plenty of sun. Toward the summit, average temperatures on Breithorn rarely exceed freezing, with temperatures occasionally dropping to -13 ºC (9 ºF)., Best Time to Visit: June to September, Average Expedition Length 1 day
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What is the best time to climb Breithorn?
Weather: Summers in southern Switzerland tend to be warm and humid. Rainfall is not uncommon at this time of year, but there is still plenty of sun. Toward the summit, average temperatures on Breithor
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