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Altenalp Türm, Mountain summit in Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland

The Altenalp Türm reaches an elevation of 2,032 meters and stands as part of the limestone ridge connecting Ebenalp to the Säntis mountain.

The mountain has served as a geographic marker for local communities since the establishment of canton boundaries in the Swiss Alps during the 19th century.

Local mountaineering clubs organize regular expeditions to Altenalp Türm, maintaining traditional Alpine climbing techniques and safety protocols throughout the seasons.

Climbers can access the summit through marked trails from Ebenalp, with the ascent requiring proper climbing equipment and favorable weather conditions.

This peak holds the distinction of being the northernmost point above 2,000 meters in Switzerland, featuring steep drops on both sides of its narrow path.

Location: Appenzell Innerrhoden

Elevation above the sea: 2,032 m

GPS coordinates: 47.27077,9.37849

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:01

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