Chastelhorn Explained

Chastelhorn
Elevation M:2973
Prominence M:246
Prominence Ref:[1]
Map:Switzerland
Location:Uri, Switzerland
Range:Lepontine Alps
Coordinates:46.595°N 8.598°W

The Chastelhorn is a 2,973 metres high mountain in the Lepontine Alps, overlooking Hospental in the canton of Uri. The northern flanks are covered by a glacier named St. Annafirn and a small lake (2,624 metres) lies south of the summit.

The massif of the Chastelhorn consists of several summits including the Gemsstock (2,961 metres) which is connected to Andermatt by a cable car.

Notes and References

  1. [Swisstopo]