Pointe Burnaby

#1181 among destinations in Switzerland

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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The Pointe Burnaby is a minor summit north-east of Bishorn. Because of its small prominence it was included in the enlarged list of alpine four-thousanders. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 13566 ftCoordinates: 46°7'7"N, 7°43'5"E

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ValaisSwitzerland

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Pointe Burnaby – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Weisshorn, Bishorn, Turtmann Glacier, Brunegg Glacier.

1.2 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Weisshorn
31 min walk • Rising majestically above the Swiss canton of Valais, the Weisshorn stands as a testament to the breathtaking beauty of the Alps. This imposing mountain, part of the Pennine Alps, reaches an elevation of 4,506 meters, making it one of the highest peaks in Switzerland.
~830 ftW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Bishorn
4 min walk • Bishorn, Switzerland, is an alpine marvel that beckons climbers from around the globe. Located in the Pennine Alps, this mountain stands at an impressive 4,153 meters, making it one of the most prominent peaks in the region.
1.2 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature
Turtmann Glacier
32 min walk • The Turtmann Glacier is a 5 km long glacier situated in the Pennine Alps in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. In 1973 it had an area of 5.91 km². The glacier is located north of Bishorn and Weisshorn. On an altitude of 3256m, at the western border of the glacier, lies the Tracuit Hut.
1.1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature
Brunegg Glacier
29 min walk • The Brunegg Glacier is a 4 km long glacier situated in the Pennine Alps in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. In 1973 it had an area of 6.68 km². The glacier is located north of Bishorn and Weisshorn.