Trugberg, Mountain summit in Bernese Alps, Switzerland
Trugberg is a mountain summit in the Bernese Alps standing at 3,932 meters between major glacier systems. It sits near Konkordiaplatz, a significant junction where several glaciers converge in the region.
The name Trugberg, meaning "Deceitful Mountain", arose from confusion in 1841 when explorers mistook it for another peak during their Alpine expedition. The first recorded ascent occurred in 1871, establishing the eastern flank route still used today.
The summit sits within a UNESCO World Heritage zone recognized for its geological diversity. Visitors can experience the vast glacier system and surrounding alpine landscape from this vantage point.
The best climbing season runs from July through September when conditions are most favorable. Visitors should expect high alpine terrain and glacier climbing, requiring proper experience and specialized equipment.
The summit acts as a natural dam within the glacier system, creating visible patterns of dark debris on the Aletsch Glacier surface. These moraine bands reveal how ice masses flow around the obstacle and shift over time.
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