Pers Glacier

Pers Glacier is an ice formation in the Eastern Alps that flows from Piz Palü Mountain toward the Morteratsch Glacier, covering a significant area with continuous white and blue ice. The glacier's terrain includes deep crevasses and jagged ice formations that create a complex landscape across its surface.

Scientific monitoring began in the 19th century and has tracked the glacier's continuous retreat across the past 150 years. These records form part of the long-term climate research in the Alpine region.

The glacier serves as an educational site where mountain guides from Pontresina share knowledge about alpine environments with visitors through guided tours.

The easiest approach is from the Diavolezza mountain station, which provides a marked hiking path to the glacier's moraine area. Wear sturdy boots and check weather conditions before starting, as alpine conditions can shift quickly.

The glacier surface sometimes displays pink and orange tones caused by snow algae and sand particles blown in from the Sahara by powerful winds. This unusual coloration is a reminder of how atmospheric forces connect distant regions.

Location: Grisons

GPS coordinates: 46.40500,9.96000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01