Ortstock
Mountain in Switzerland
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The Ortstock is a mountain in the Schwyzer Alps, located at an elevation of 2,717 m (8,914 ft) on the border between the cantons of Schwyz and Glarus, Switzerland. The mountain lies in the municipalities of Muotathal, in the canton of Schwyz, and Glarus Süd, in the canton of Glarus.[2]
Elevation2,717 m (8,914 ft)
Prominence539 m (1,768 ft)[1]
| Ortstock | |
|---|---|
The Ortstock from Braunwald | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,717 m (8,914 ft) |
| Prominence | 539 m (1,768 ft)[1] |
| Parent peak | Schächentaler Windgällen |
| Coordinates | 46°55′32″N 8°56′52.6″E |
| Geography | |
  Ortstock Location in Switzerland  Ortstock Location in the canton of Glarus  Ortstock Location in the canton of Schwyz | |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Cantons | Glarus / Schwyz |
| Parent range | Schwyzer Alps |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Trail |
It overlooks Braunwald and Linthal on its east side, while the west side overlooks the high valley of Glattalp.[2] There are no glaciers surrounding the Ortstock, although a few névés can be found on its northern side. The north and south faces are very steep but experienced hikers can reach the summit via a trail on its less steep western flank.
