Grosses Fiescherhorn, Fieschertal, Goms, Wallis, Švicarska
The Grosses Fiescherhorn, with an elevation of 4,049 meters, is a significant peak in the Bernese Alps, straddling the border between the Swiss cantons of Bern and Valais. It’s a part of the Fiescherhorn massif, which also includes the Hinteres Fiescherhorn and the Kleines Fiescherhorn, known as the Ochs. The mountain, primarily known for its challenging climbs, was first summited on 23 July 1862 by H. B. George, Adolphus Warburton Moore, Christian Almer, and Ulrich Kaufmann, via the southwest ridge.
The north face of Grosses Fiescherhorn, known for its imposing Fiescherwand, was first ascended in 1926. This face was later directly climbed by W. Welzenbach and H. Tillmann in 1930, a feat considered impossible at the time. These ascents highlight the mountain’s importance in the history of Alpine climbing, making Grosses Fiescherhorn a notable destination for climbers worldwide.