Albaron
Mountain in Italy
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Albaron (3,638 m) is a mountain of the Graian Alps in Savoie, France. Along with the nearby mountain Uia di Ciamarella it forms a large glacial basin. It was first climbed in 1866 by Yeamin and Shahd.[2]
Elevation3,638 m (11,936 ft)
Prominence327 m (1,073 ft)[1]
| Albaron | |
|---|---|
| Albaron di Savoia | |
Albaron (centre) | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,638 m (11,936 ft) |
| Prominence | 327 m (1,073 ft)[1] |
| Listing | Alpine mountains above 3000 m |
| Coordinates | 45°20′02″N 7°06′04″E |
| Geography | |
  Albaron Location in the Alps | |
| Location | Savoie, France |
| Parent range | Graian Alps |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1866 |
Hiking and skiing
It is a popular mountain to climb due to its relative ease and clear summit, which appears as a sharp pyramid, especially from the southeast or north. It is also a popular mountain with ski mountaineers.
