Schneestock

Schneestock is a mountain summit in the Urner Alps that rises to 3,608 meters above sea level. It sits positioned between the Rhone Glacier and the Damma Glacier, marking a notable location in this Alpine terrain.

The summit has long served as a boundary marker between the Swiss cantons of Valais and Uri. This location established its role as a geographical reference for cantonal divisions.

Swiss mountaineers regularly document their climbs of Schneestock, contributing to an extensive database of Alpine exploration and achievement records.

Climbing this summit requires technical skill and specialized mountain gear. Summer months provide the safest and most favorable conditions for attempting an ascent.

The peak rises only 41 meters above its immediate surroundings and sits close to taller neighboring mountains. This modest prominence still makes it an interesting destination for climbers.

Location: Valais

Location: Uri

Elevation above the sea: 3,608 m

GPS coordinates: 46.64789,8.42194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01