Pizzo dell'Uomo

Pizzo dell'Uomo is a mountain summit in the Lepontine Alps, rising to about 2,660 meters with steep, rocky slopes throughout much of its profile. The peak features challenging terrain characterized by loose rock and exposed faces.

The mountain sits along ancient trade pathways that connected northern and southern regions through the Gotthard area for centuries. These routes were vital for commerce and cultural exchange between communities on both sides.

Local mountaineering communities maintain multiple traditional climbing routes to the summit, marking generations of Swiss alpine exploration and achievement.

Climbing here requires mountaineering experience, proper equipment, and confidence on exposed rock. Summer months from June through September provide the safest and most manageable conditions.

The world's longest railway tunnel runs deep beneath this summit. The Gotthard Base Tunnel passes hundreds of meters below the surface, connecting Switzerland's rail network through the mountain.

Location: Ticino

Elevation above the sea: 2,663 m

GPS coordinates: 46.54451,8.77715

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01