Corno Grande, Summit in Abruzzo, Italy
The Corno Grande rises to 2,912 meters as the highest peak of the Apennine Mountains, featuring steep cliffs on its northern face and gradual slopes to the south.
Francesco De Marchi and Francesco Di Domenico accomplished the first documented climb of Corno Grande on August 19, 1573, setting a milestone in Italian mountaineering history.
The mountain stands as a symbol of the Abruzzo region, represented in numerous regional songs, stories, and traditional celebrations throughout the surrounding valleys.
Multiple hiking routes lead to the summit, with the western ridge path offering the most straightforward ascent for climbers during the summer and early autumn months.
The Calderone glacier, located in the northern corrie of Corno Grande, maintains its position as the southernmost glacier formation across the European continent.
Location: Abruzzo
Elevation above the sea: 2,912 m
Part of: Apennine Mountains
GPS coordinates: 42.46940,13.56509
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:10
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