Nesthorn, Mountain summit in Valais, Switzerland
Nesthorn is a mountain summit in the Bernese Alps rising to about 3,800 meters, marked by steep northern rock faces and extended glacial features on its eastern and western slopes. The rock walls appear raw and exposed, while glacial surfaces shift in visibility depending on the season.
Nesthorn was first climbed in 1865 by mountaineers who added it to alpine climbing history. This early ascent marked a turning point in opening up difficult summits in the region.
The mountain forms part of the Swiss alpine heritage, where generations of mountaineers have developed advanced climbing techniques and safety protocols.
Climbing requires technical skills and experience with steep ice slopes and rock sections. Established routes from the valley provide access, with winter and spring being the preferred seasons.
The north-east ridge offers a challenging climbing route through untamed mountain terrain that sees little traffic. Many visitors overlook this option and follow more established paths instead.
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