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Bortelhorn, Mountain summit in Valais, Switzerland

The Bortelhorn rises to an elevation of 3,194 meters on the border between Switzerland and Italy in the Lepontine Alps range.

The mountain has marked the natural boundary between Switzerland and Italy since 1861, when the current borders of Italy were established.

Local mountaineering guides from both Swiss and Italian sides organize regular expeditions, sharing their knowledge of alpine traditions with visitors.

Climbers can reach the Bortelhorn through a two-day journey, starting from Ried-Brig and staying overnight at the Bortelhütte mountain shelter.

From its peak, mountaineers can observe both the Rhone Valley in Switzerland and the Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in Italy simultaneously.

Location: Valais

Location: Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola

Elevation above the sea: 3,194 m

Part of: Italy–Switzerland border

GPS coordinates: 46.29457,8.12565

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:55

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