Piz di Pian

Piz di Pian rises to 3,158 meters above sea level, featuring steep slopes and sedimentary rock formations along the Swiss-Italian border in the Lepontine Alps.

The mountain has marked the natural boundary between Switzerland and Italy, influencing the development of transportation routes through the Lepontine Alps over centuries.

The mountain name reflects the linguistic diversity of the region, known as Piz di Pian in Romansh and German, while Italians refer to it as Pizzo dei Piani.

Multiple hiking trails connect to the summit, with access points from both the Swiss and Italian sides requiring proper mountaineering equipment and weather monitoring.

The mountain serves as a reference point for topographic measurements, with its 237-meter prominence making it visible from distant observation points in both countries.

Location: Grisons

Elevation above the sea: 3,158 m

GPS coordinates: 46.45509,9.27221

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:48