Lenzer Horn, Mountain cross in Plessur Alps, Switzerland.
Lenzer Horn is a mountain reaching 2,906 meters (9,534 feet) in the Plessur Alps in eastern Switzerland. A cross stands at the summit as a clear marker of the peak.
Early Swiss mountaineers explored and mapped this peak in the 1800s, establishing several climbing routes in the process. This development reflected the growing interest in alpine exploration across the Graubünden region.
The summit cross serves as a familiar landmark for hikers and mountaineers, reflecting how peaks in this region remain central to local mountain culture and tradition.
The climb from Lenzerheide follows the northwest ridge and takes roughly four hours on foot. The path is well-marked and suitable for hikers with moderate mountain experience.
On clear days, hikers can see as far as Dom in the Walliser Alps and Piz Kesch from the top. These distant views make the climb especially rewarding for those who reach the summit.
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