
Dent d'Hérens
Overview
Elevation:
4,171m
/
13,684ft
Prominence:
692m
/
2,270ft
Mountain Range:
Pennine Alps
Continent:
Europe
Countries:
Italy, Switzerland
First ascent:
1863
Description
Dent d'Hérens is located around four kilometres west of the Matterhorn and is therefore one of its closest neighbouring peaks. It is far less climbed as a result of the Matterhorn's nearby proximity and popularity, but still offers a solid 4,000m summit opportunity.