Vernagtferner, Glacier in Ötztal Alps, Austria
The Vernagtferner extends across 7.31 square kilometers on the southern side of the Weißkamm, making it a major glacier in the Eastern Alps.
Scientific observations of the Vernagtferner began in 1601, documenting its movements and establishing it as one of the longest-studied glaciers in the world.
The glacier has influenced regional development through centuries of research, contributing significantly to the understanding of Alpine glacial systems and climate patterns.
The glacier feeds the Vernagtbach stream, which flows into the Rofenache river system, providing essential water resources for the surrounding Tyrolean region.
The Vernagtferner features an extensive firn area and multiple cirque hollows, forming a compound basin glacier structure different from typical alpine formations.
Location: Sölden
Location: Kaunertal
Elevation above the sea: 2,850 m
GPS coordinates: 46.86669,10.81669
Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:34
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