Breithorn, Mountain summit in Berchtesgaden Alps, Austria.
The Breithorn reaches an elevation of 2,504 meters and presents limestone formations along its northeastern route through the Steinernes Meer mountain range.
The mountain contains Dachsteinkalk limestone deposits from the Triassic period, preserving ancient Megalodon scallop fossils within its geological layers.
Local mountaineers consider Breithorn a primary destination from Riemannhaus alpine club hut, making it central to hiking traditions in Saalfelden region.
Access to Breithorn starts from Saalfelden or Maria Alm villages, with marked trails leading through dirt roads to the parking area near Riemannhaus.
The mountain features the Saalfeldener Höhenweg trail system connecting Riemannhaus to Persailhorn and Peter Wiechenthaler Hütte along Steinernes Meer slopes.
GPS coordinates: 47.45701,12.90256
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:02
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