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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4000er der Alpen

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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4000er für Anfänger
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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