Aiguille Verte, Pyramidal peak in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
The Aiguille Verte rises to 4,122 meters within the Mont Blanc massif, featuring multiple climbing routes across its steep, pointed granite faces.
Edward Whymper and his team completed the first documented ascent of Aiguille Verte on August 8, 1865, marking a milestone in Alpine mountaineering.
The mountain's name reflects the French Alpine tradition of naming peaks after their physical characteristics, with 'aiguille' referring to its needle-like shape.
Climbers access the mountain through cable car systems from Chamonix, requiring technical climbing equipment and favorable weather conditions for safe ascents.
The mountain presents distinct geological formations on each face, offering different technical challenges depending on the chosen climbing approach.
Location: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Elevation above the sea: 4,122 m
GPS coordinates: 45.93473,6.97006
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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