All 4000ers of the Alps listed by altitude
The ultimate list to plan your next 4000 meter peak with our mountain guides in Switzerland or abroad!
Discover the world of the Alps with a 4000-meter peak for beginners
Welcome to the heart of the Alps! There are a total of 48 4000-metre peaks on Swiss soil alone. But there are 82 in total, stretching across the Alps and making the hearts of mountain sports enthusiasts beat faster on fun alpine tours.
You have attended the necessary mountaineering courses and learned simple rock climbing techniques. You are in good physical condition and have already climbed 3,000-metre peaks several times. Now you want to climb something higher and reach the 4,000-meter mark.
But with which summit do you start from?
The list of 4000 meter peaks is long, but the necessary know-how and experience has to come from somewhere! For this reason, we have compiled a list of all 4000 meter peaks, according to altitude, area and name.
Our mountain guides are at your side and will be happy to accompany you. We will also be happy to advise you if you are unsure whether your current level of expertise and fitness is sufficient for one of the following tours.
You’re looking for an exact 4000er?
Then browse through the list of all 4000-metre peaks below and ask us directly for a specific summit! We look forward to climbing with you!
Ps: The difficulties on the mountain often depend heavily on the conditions and on your personal condition. This list is only meant to work as a guideline. Every mountaineer must be able to evaluate their own skills and should ideally seek the support of a mountain guide if they are unsure whether they are up to a tour and the summit.
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4000 m peaks by altitude
Nr. |
GROUP |
PEAK |
ALTITUDE |
1 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Mont Blanc | 4810 m |
2 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Mont Blanc de Courmayeur | 4748 m |
3 | Monte Rosa | Dufourspitze | 4634 m |
4 | Monte Rosa | Nordend | 4609 m |
5 | Monte Rosa | Zumsteinspitze | 4563 m |
6 | Monte Rosa | Signalkuppe | 4554 m |
7 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Dom | 4545 m |
8 | Monte Rosa | Liskamm E-Gipfel | 4527 m |
9 | From Matterhorn to Weisshorn | Weisshorn | 4506 m |
10 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Täschhorn | 4491 m |
11 | Monte Rosa | Liskamm W-Gipfel | 4479 m |
12 | From Matterhorn to Weisshorn | Matterhorn | 4478 m |
13 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Mont Maudit | 4465 m |
14 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Louise Amédée | 4460 m |
15 | Monte Rosa | Parrotspitze | 4432 m |
16 | From Matterhorn to Weisshorn | Dent Blanche | 4357 m |
17 | Monte Rosa | Ludwigshöhe | 4341 m |
18 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Nadelhorn | 4327 m |
19 | Monte Rosa | Schwarzhorn | 4321 m |
20 | Grand Combin | Combin de Grafeneire | 4314 m |
21 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Dome Du Gouter | 4304 m |
22 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Lenzspitze | 4294 m |
23 | Bernese Alps | Finsteraarhorn | 4274 m |
24 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Mont Blanc Du Tacul | 4248 m |
25 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Grand Pilier d’Angle | 4243 m |
26 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Stecknadelhorn | 4241 m |
27 | Monte Rosa | Castor | 4223 m |
28 | Vom Matterhorn zum Weisshorn | Zinalrothorn | 4221 m |
29 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Hohbärghorn | 4219 m |
30 | Monte Rosa | Vincent-Pyramide | 4215 m |
31 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Walker | 4208 m |
32 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Alphubel | 4206 m |
33 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Rimpfischhorn | 4199 m |
34 | Bernese Alps | Aletschhorn | 4193 m |
35 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Strahlhorn | 4190 m |
36 | Grand Combing | Combin de Valsorey | 4184 m |
37 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Whymper | 4184 m |
38 | From Matterhorn to Weisshorn | Dent d’Herens | 4174 m |
39 | Monte Rosa | Breithorn W-Gipfel | 4164 m |
40 | Monte Rosa | Breithorn Mittelgipfel | 4159 m |
41 | Bernese Alps | Jungfrau | 4158 m |
Nr. |
GROUP |
PEAK |
ALTITUDE |
42 | From Matterhorn to Weisshorn | Bishorn | 4153 m |
43 | Monte Rosa | Breithorn E-Gipfel | 4139 m |
44 | Grand Combin | Combin de la Tsesette | 4135 m |
45 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Aiguille Verte | 4122 m |
46 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | L’Isolée | 4114 m |
47 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Aiguille Blanche de Peutérey | 4112 m |
48 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Croz | 4110 m |
49 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Carmen | 4109 m |
50 | Bernese Alps | Mönch | 4107 m |
51 | Monte Rosa | Gendarm | 4106 m |
52 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Grande Rocheuse | 4102 m |
53 | Ecrins | Barre des Ecrins | 4102 m |
54 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Médiane | 4097 m |
55 | Monte Rosa | Pollux | 4092 m |
56 | Bernese Alps | Schreckhorn | 4078 m |
57 | Monte Rosa | Roccia Nera | 4075 m |
58 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Chaubert | 4074 m |
59 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Mont Brouillard | 4069 m |
60 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Marguérite | 4065 m |
61 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Corne du Diable | 4064 m |
62 | From Matterhorn to Weisshorn | Ober Gabelhorn | 4063 m |
63 | Gran Paradiso | Gran Paradiso | 4061 m |
64 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Aiguille de Bionnassay | 4052 m |
65 | Piz Bernina | Piz Bernina | 4049 m |
66 | Bernese Alps | Gross Fiescherhorn | 4048 m |
67 | Monte Rosa | Punta Giordani | 4046 m |
68 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Pointe Hélène | 4045 m |
69 | Bernese Alps | Gross Grünhorn | 4044 m |
70 | Bernese Alps | Lauteraarhorn | 4042 m |
71 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Aiguille du Jardin | 4035 m |
72 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Dirruhorn | 4035 m |
73 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Allalinhorn | 4027 m |
74 | Bernese Alps | Hinter Fiescherhorn | 4025 m |
75 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Weissmies | 4017 m |
76 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Dome de Rochefort | 4015 m |
77 | Ecrins | Dome de Neige des Ecrins | 4015 m |
78 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Dent Du Geant | 4013 m |
79 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Punta Baretti | 4013 m |
80 | From Strahlhorn over the Mischabel to the Weissmiess | Lagginhorn | 4010 m |
81 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Aiguille de Rochefort | 4001 m |
82 | Mont-Blanc-Massif | Les Droites | 4000 m |
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What are the most famous 4000 meter peaks for beginners?
The most famous 4000 meter peaks for beginners in Switzerland are the Breithorn, Allalinhorn and Signalkuppe. You can find a list of the best 4000 meter peaks for beginners here: 4000ers for beginners
How can you prepare for climbing 4000-meter peaks?
A few tips from the Exped Tribe team on preparing for tours over 3500 m
- Physical fitness: Work on your endurance, strength and flexibility to meet the physical demands of mountaineering. Running, hiking, cycling and strength training are good ways to improve your fitness before a high altitude tour.
Altitude training: As most 4000m peaks in the Alps are at high altitude, it is important to adapt to the thinner air. Through altitude training or stays in higher regions, you can better prepare your body for the altitude. - Technical training: Learn basic mountaineering techniques such as how to use crampons, rope techniques and belaying techniques before the upcoming tour. Some peaks have easy and moderately difficult climbing passages. You should acquire the necessary skills in a “stress-free” situation so that you only have to worry about your physical condition on the high tour. At Exped Tribe you will find several alpine touring courses and climbing courses to acquire these skills.
- Equipment: Make sure you have the right equipment, including weatherproof clothing, crampons, harness, helmet, rope and a good selection of food and drinking water.
Acclimatization: Allow enough time for acclimatization to slowly adjust to the altitude and avoid the symptoms of altitude sickness. - First aid skills: Master basic first aid techniques and how to recognize signs and symptoms of altitude sickness. Our mountain guides will be at your side and teach you how to counteract these with the appropriate measures.
- Route planning and weather: Find out about the planned route, current weather conditions and potential dangers, even if it is a guided tour. This will help you to sharpen your sensitivity when planning independent tours and prepare you for tours that you will then undertake on your own!
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