Piz Bles, Alpine summit in Grisons, Switzerland
Piz Bles is an Alpine peak rising to 3045 meters in the Oberhalbstein Alps, sitting right where Switzerland and Italy meet. The mountain forms part of a larger ridge system, with neighboring summits and passes that shape the surrounding landscape.
The peak has marked the border between Switzerland and Italy since 1815, when European boundaries were established after major political changes. Before that, the ridge had long served as a natural divide between different regional powers and trading networks.
The name Piz Bles comes from the Romansh language, reflecting the cultural identity of Graubünden canton. The surrounding valleys still show signs of traditional Alpine life, with old grazing lands and pathways that connect remote communities.
Hikers can reach the summit from both the Swiss and Italian sides, with the route from Lago di Lei being particularly popular among visitors. Proper footwear and weather awareness are important, as the high elevation and steep terrain demand some mountain experience.
A low col south of Cima da la Sovrana connects this peak to its neighboring summit Cima da Lägh, allowing adventurous hikers to traverse both mountains in one journey. Many visitors miss this passage entirely, even though it creates a rewarding route for experienced mountaineers.
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