Le Parrain, Alpine summit in Valais, Switzerland

Le Parrain is a summit of the Pennine Alps in the canton of Valais, reaching 3,259 metres. It stands east of Fionnay, within the valley of Bagnes and close to the watershed with the valley of Hérens.

The peak formed through geological processes operating over millions of years that shaped the region's mountain landscape. Tectonic activity and erosion created the steep terrain visible today.

The name Le Parrain is simply the French term for godfather, so the mountain is called "The Godfather" in English. It stands east of Fionnay in the valley of Bagnes, close to the watershed with the valley of Hérens, and its summit reaches 3,259 metres.

Reaching this summit requires mountaineering experience and proper technical equipment for safe travel. Summer offers the best window with less snow coverage and more stable weather patterns.

The name is simply the French word for godfather, given to the mountain in the valley of Bagnes; the sources record no climbing tradition behind it. The summit reaches 3,259 m and stands east of Fionnay, near the watershed dividing the Bagnes valley from the valley of Hérens.