Piz Urlaun, Mountain summit in Glarus region, Switzerland
Piz Urlaun reaches an elevation of 3,359 meters, standing between the cantons of Glarus and Grisons with the Bifertenfirn glacier to its north.
The mountain has maintained its traditional climbing routes through decades, providing access points from the Punteglias Hut established at 2,311 meters elevation.
Swiss mountaineering guides regularly lead expeditions to Piz Urlaun, teaching alpine techniques and safety protocols to visiting climbers throughout the season.
Climbers can reach the starting point by taking a train from Chur to Trun at 861 meters, followed by local transportation to the trail entrance.
The mountain features distinctive geological formations with both the Bifertenfirn and Glatscher da Gliems glaciers flanking its northern and southwestern sides.
GPS coordinates: 46.79648,8.92828
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:50
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