Dent d'Hérens

The Dent d'Hérens rises to 4,171 meters in elevation, presenting steep rock faces and glacial terrain along the border between Italy and Switzerland.

Florence Crauford Grove led the first successful ascent of Dent d'Hérens on August 12, 1863, accompanied by six other mountaineers through challenging alpine conditions.

The mountain's name originates from Val d'Hérens valley, although the peak does not directly overlook this Swiss region, creating geographical nomenclature connections.

Climbers begin their ascent from Place Moulin dam, proceeding to Prarayer refuge at 2010 meters before reaching the Aosta refuge at 2781 meters elevation.

The north face extends 1,300 meters vertically and features the Welzenbach Route, which marked its first complete ascent on August 10, 1925.

GPS coordinates: 45.96998,7.60503

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:10