Kranzberg

Kranzberg is a mountain summit in the Bernese Alps with two distinct peaks overlooking the Aletsch Glacier region below. The twin summits mark an important landmark within the high alpine landscape.

This summit formed through millions of years of alpine geological processes and has influenced glacier dynamics in the region since then. The mountain plays a role in how ice flows and shapes the landscape today.

Local mountaineering traditions have developed specific climbing routes and techniques to navigate the challenging terrain between the Grosser Aletschfirn and Jungfraufirn glaciers.

Bring proper mountaineering gear and sturdy footwear when attempting to reach the summit. The warmer months offer better climbing conditions with more stable snow and ice.

The summit sits where glaciers flow in different directions, creating distinct patterns in the ice below. This position makes it a useful landmark for understanding how ice behaves across the region.

Location: Valais

Elevation above the sea: 3,742 m

GPS coordinates: 46.52209,7.98068

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:03