Grabspitze, Mountain summit in South Tyrol, Italy.
Grabspitze is a mountain summit in the Eastern Alps that rises to 3,058 meters and sits between Val di Vizze, Val di Fundres, and Val di Valles. The peak features steep rock faces and is composed of mineralized formations that create distinctive geological structures.
The mountain was previously called Hochferner, a name referencing a firn field that existed on the slope during an earlier period. This change in naming reflects how the mountain's physical conditions transformed over time.
The peak has two names in local use: Grabspitze in German and Cima Grava in Italian, showing how the region's communities identify their landscape. Local people recognize it by whichever name matches their language and heritage.
Mountain paths are accessible from late spring through early autumn, with the nearby villages of Sankt Jakob and Pfitsch offering lodging and supplies. Check local conditions before planning your visit to this high altitude destination.
The rock crevices contain a remarkable collection of minerals including albite, calcite, laumontite, prehnite, quartz, titanite, pyrite, rutile, and anatase. This mineral variety makes the mountain noteworthy for collectors and geology enthusiasts.
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