Artesonraju

Artesonraju is a summit in the Cordillera Blanca that rises to approximately 6025 meters with a distinctive pyramid shape. Its surface is covered year-round by snow and ice formations, creating a striking white silhouette against the mountain range.

The first documented ascent occurred in 1932 when German mountaineers E. Hein and E. Schneider reached the summit via the southeast route. This early success established it as a destination for technically skilled climbers.

The mountain draws climbers from around the world who come to tackle its steep ice faces and technical routes. Local communities view it as a defining natural feature that shapes the character of the high mountain landscape.

The route typically starts from Laguna Paron, which can be reached through bus and local transport connections from Huaraz. Visitors should prepare for high altitude conditions and plan for multi-day acclimatization before attempting the climb.

The exact elevation is recorded differently across various sources, which is not uncommon when measuring heights in remote mountain regions. These measurement variations highlight how difficult it is to obtain precise data from such remote terrain.

Location: Ancash Department

Elevation above the sea: 6,025 m

GPS coordinates: -8.95211,-77.63275

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:29