Cilindro de Marboré, Mountain summit in Ordesa Valley, Spain.
Description
Cilindro de Marboré is a summit in the Monte Perdido massif with a distinctive cylindrical north face made of sandstone. The rock formation displays a clear geometric shape that becomes apparent when you approach the peak.
History
The mountain was first documented as climbed in 1864 by Henry Russell and French guide Emilien Frossard. This ascent established the initial route-finding on the peak.
Culture
The peak belongs to a group of three famous summits in the Spanish Pyrenees and holds significance in climbing traditions of the region. Its distinctive appearance makes it a recognizable landmark for those exploring this mountainous area.
Practical
A rope of about 30 meters is needed to navigate the technical chimney section. The best time to visit is between autumn and summer, when conditions are most favorable.
Did you know?
The north face forms an almost perfectly geometric cylindrical shape, which is rare among Pyrenean summits. This natural columnar structure makes it visually distinctive in ways that climbers and hikers find striking.
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