Nevado del Plomo

Nevado del Plomo is a mountain summit in the Central Andes on the Argentina-Chile border, rising to 6,070 meters. The peak is marked by the Juncal Sur Glacier on its western slopes and features technical climbing routes for ascents.

The mountain was first climbed in 1910 when Friedrich Reichert, Friedrich Bade, and Robert Helbling ascended the northern ridge. This marked the beginning of the peak's recorded mountaineering history.

The mountain marks a natural border between Argentina's Mendoza province and Chile's Cordillera region. This position makes it a meeting point between two distinct Andean landscapes and communities.

The best climbing season runs from late spring through early autumn when conditions are most favorable. Visitors should prepare for technical challenges and check local requirements before attempting the ascent.

The mountain sees relatively few ascents, with only a handful of climbers reaching the summit in any given year. The Sendero del León route established in 2003 provides a defined climbing path for experienced mountaineers.

GPS coordinates: -33.10394,-70.06600

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23