Hohstock, Mountain summit in Valais, Switzerland
Hohstock is a mountain summit in the Valais region, rising to about 3200 meters in the Bernese Alps. It sits between the Oberaletsch Glacier valley and the Belalp cirque, creating a distinct landmark in the high alpine terrain.
The mountain became accessible through ski infrastructure development, including a cable lift system reaching to about 3100 meters. This connection transformed the area into a destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The mountain forms part of the Swiss Alpine heritage, connecting multiple valleys and offering different names across European and Asian languages.
A tunnel system of about 150 meters connects the southeastern slopes to the southwestern side for winter sports use. Plan ahead for visits, checking local conditions and hours of access before you go.
The mountain ranks as the 42nd highest peak among 153 mountains in the Brig region, with a prominence of 54 meters from its key col.
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