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Record SL-465475 · Wikidata Q691668

Pizzo Centrale

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Elevation
2,999 m
9,839 ft
Prominence
451 m
Isolation
6.8 km
Coordinates
46.5781° N, 8.6149° E
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Pizzo Centrale
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Description

Wikipedia

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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Neighbouring summits

Name Elevation Bearing Distance
Tritthorn 2,924 m SW 219° 0.4 km
Gamsspitz 2,925 m SW 216° 0.5 km
Rotstock 2,950 m NW 333° 0.6 km
Sellabödeli 2,828 m SW 241° 0.9 km
Pizzo Prevat 2,876 m SE 114° 1.2 km
Rotstock 2,858 m E 105° 1.4 km