First, Mountain summit in Bernese Oberland, Switzerland.
First is a mountain summit in the Bernese Oberland that stands at 2548 meters and has a dense network of hiking trails crossing the surrounding slopes. The area offers routes of different difficulty levels and connects several nearby valleys with marked pathways.
The mountain became a center for Swiss mountaineering in the 19th century and attracted alpinists from across the region. Its reputation as a starting point for alpine expeditions has endured to the present day.
Local alpine communities maintain traditional farming practices around First, contributing to the preservation of mountain agriculture in the region.
A cable car system connects the valley below with the summit and allows a quick ascent without long hiking. All trails are clearly marked and show estimated walking times and elevation changes.
A cable car system connects Grindelwald to First, offering transportation options for visitors who wish to access the summit without hiking.
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