Record SL-780788 · Wikidata Q1419222
Newtontoppen
Ultra
Elevation
1,713
m
5,620 ft
Prominence
1,713 m
Isolation
743.7 km
Coordinates
79.0106° N,
17.4909° E
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaNewtontoppen (Newton Peak) is the largest and highest mountain in Svalbard, at 1,713 metres (5,620 ft). Its peak is the highest point on Svalbard. It is located at the north east corner on the island of Spitsbergen in the Chydeniusfjella range. The nearest settlement is the formerly Soviet coal mining settlement Pyramiden. The mountain is mostly made of Silurian granite. The mountain was first ascended by Helge Backlund on 4 August 1900.
First ascent
Date
4 Aug 1900
Source · wikipedia
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galileotoppen | 1,637 m | NW 305° | 4.5 km |