Grand Cornier

Grand Cornier is a peak in the Valais region that rises to approximately 3,960 meters and features steep rock walls with glacial formations across its slopes. The route to the summit involves scrambling over rock and crossing ice fields throughout the climb.

The summit was first reached on June 16, 1865, by Edward Whymper's climbing party. This ascent occurred during the era when mountaineers were systematically exploring and climbing the high Alpine peaks.

The mountain draws mountaineers who follow pathways established over generations of alpine climbing tradition. Climbers here are part of a long heritage of people seeking high-altitude challenges in these mountains.

The climb typically starts from either the Mountet hut or the Moiry hut, both serving as resting places near the base. Summer months provide the best conditions for the ascent, with more stable weather and less ice.

From this summit on clear days, you can see over twenty other peaks above 4,000 meters surrounding the area. This exceptional view allows climbers to grasp the true scale of the high Alpine range.

Location: Valais

Elevation above the sea: 3,962 m

GPS coordinates: 46.05213,7.61157

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:40