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The Eiger is a prominent 3,967-meter mountain located in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland. It is recognized by its steep, 1,800-meter-high North Face, which is widely considered one of the most challenging and dangerous climbs in the Alps. The first successful ascent of the North Face was completed in 1938 by a four-man German-Austrian team. A railway tunnel running through the mountain provides access to the Jungfraujoch station and offers visitors a view of the ice cliff from the Eismeer window.
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Eiger ranks #7 of 187 in the Mountain ranking, behind Aconcagua, ahead of Annapurna I.
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What is the most famous feature of the Eiger mountain?
The Eiger, standing at 3,967 meters in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland, is famous for its 1,800-meter-high North Face. This sheer rock wall, known as the Nordwand, is widely considered one of the most dangerous and challenging big wall climbs in the world.
When was the Eiger North Face first successfully climbed?
The Nordwand was first successfully summited in July 1938 by a German-Austrian team consisting of Andreas Heckmair, Heinrich Harrer, Fritz Kasparek, and Ludwig Vörg. Since then, dozens of climbers have perished attempting the route.
Where is the Eiger located?
The mountain is located in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps, towering above the town of Grindelwald. It forms a famous trio of peaks alongside the Mönch and the Jungfrau.
How can tourists view the Eiger North Face?
Besides hiking in the Grindelwald valley, tourists can view the mountain's infamous face via the Jungfraubahn railway. This iconic train route literally travels through a tunnel built inside the Eiger mountain itself.
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