Pizzo Scalino, Mountain summit in Bernina Range, Lombardy, Italy
Pizzo Scalino is a summit in the Bernina Range of the Italian Alps, recognizable by its sharp cone-shaped profile. The peak stands over 3,300 meters high and forms part of a ridge system where climbers approach from the southeast side.
The peak was first reached by tourists in 1866 when a group of experienced climbers summited during an organized alpine expedition. This ascent marked the start of modern mountaineering history on this mountain.
Local residents call this peak the Valemalenco Matterhorn because of its dominant cone-shaped profile that defines the valley's character. The mountain holds significance as a reference point for navigation and place identity among people living nearby.
Climbers need ice axes and crampons for this ascent, as snow and ice fields cover much of the route year-round. The main approach starts from a dam location and follows the southeast side of the mountain.
A glacier covers the slopes, creating permanent snow and ice conditions that make this ascent different from typical mountain hikes. This frozen expanse transforms the mountain into a technical climbing destination.
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