Grand Combin de Grafeneire, Val de Bagnes, Entremont, Wallis, 1934, Švicarska
The Grand Combin, situated in the western Pennine Alps in Valais, Switzerland, is a notable mountain massif reaching 4,314 meters at its highest peak, Combin de Grafeneire. Renowned as one of the highest in the Alps, it comprises several summits over 4,000 meters, including Combin de Valsorey and Combin de la Tsessette. This glaciated massif is known for its complex topography and imposing glaciers, such as the Corbassière Glacier.
The Grand Combin’s normal ascent route is from the Panossière Hut, notorious for the perilous passage of Le Corridor. The massif is characterized by its steep southern and eastern faces and expansive snow-covered northwestern face. The intricate topography features high ridges forming a plateau that feeds the surrounding glaciers. The Grand Combin is a critical point in the Alps, not part of the main chain, and its waters contribute to the Dranse river and Rhone. This massif’s position and unique features make it a significant and challenging destination for mountaineers.