European Alps

Countries: France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria
Region: Western and Central Europe
Sunlight hitting the high jagged peaks of the European Alps.
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Range Overview & Geology

The historic cradle of modern mountaineering, extending in an arc across central Europe. Featuring classic granite massifs, iconic glaciers, and historic summits including Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, and the Grandes Jorasses.

Documented Sources & Archival Citations

  • The Alpine Journal Archive(The Alpine Club UK)
    Accessed/Documented: 2026