Merdasson, Mountain summit in Vaud Alps, Switzerland
Merdasson is a peak in the Vaud Alps standing at 1,858 meters (6,096 feet) above sea level. The summit offers views across the Lake Geneva region and surrounding Alpine ridges.
Marked trails were established around this peak in the early 2000s, connecting it to the broader Via Alpina long-distance network. These routes have since become popular corridors for Alpine hikers and walkers.
The peak serves as a meeting point for Swiss mountaineering groups who gather annually to practice traditional Alpine climbing techniques.
Several marked paths ascend the mountain from different starting points in the surrounding valleys. Sturdy footwear is essential due to loose rock and steep sections along most routes.
The rock formations at the summit display distinct geological patterns that are particularly visible when viewing the peak from neighboring mountains. These visible stratifications reveal the intersection of several different stone formations in this Alpine location.
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