Pizzo Centrale Explained

Pizzo Centrale
Elevation M:2999
Prominence M:451
Prominence Ref:[1]
Listing:Alpine mountains 2500-2999 m
Location:Ticino/Uri, Switzerland
Range:Lepontine Alps
Map:Switzerland
Coordinates:46.5781°N 8.615°W

Pizzo Centrale is a mountain in the Lepontine Alps, located on the border between the cantons of Uri and Ticino. At 2,999 metres above sea level, it is the highest summit overlooking Gotthard Pass from the east. Lago della Sella is located on its southern side. Over its northern side lies a glacier, named Ober Schatzfirn.

The summit can be reached by experienced hikers via a trail starting at Lago della Sella.

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Notes and References

  1. Retrieved from the Swisstopo topographic maps. The key col is located west of the Unteralppass at 2,548 metres.