Aiguille d'Argentière

#285 among destinations in Switzerland

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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The Aiguille d'Argentière is a mountain in the Mont Blanc massif on the border between France and Switzerland. ()

Local name: Aiguille d’Argentière First ascent: 1864Elevation: 12799 ftProminence: 1552 ftCoordinates: 45°57'35"N, 7°1'13"E

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ValaisSwitzerland

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Aiguille d'Argentière – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trient Hut, Lac de Champex, A Neuve Hut, Saleina Hut.

3 miN
Alpine hut, Hiking
Trient Hut
76 min walk • Nestled in the embrace of the Swiss Alps, the Trient Hut is a beacon for mountaineers and hikers traversing the snowy landscapes of Switzerland. This alpine hut, perched at an altitude of 3170 meters, offers a respite from the rugged terrains of the Mont Blanc massif.
6.6 miNE
Scenic lake at the foot of mountains
Lac de Champex
169 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Lac de Champex is a serene mountain lake that embodies the tranquil beauty of Switzerland's natural landscapes. This idyllic spot, often referred to as "Little Canada" due to its resemblance to the North American wilderness, is a...
2.4 miE
Alpine hut, Hiking
A Neuve Hut
61 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, A Neuve Hut offers a serene escape for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts alike. This alpine hut, perched at an elevation of 2,735 meters, serves as a base for those seeking to explore the rugged beauty of the surrounding...
2.7 miNE
Alpine hut, Hiking
Saleina Hut
68 min walk • Nestled in the tranquil embrace of the Swiss Alps, the Saleina Hut stands as a testament to the spirit of alpine adventure. This mountain refuge, perched at an elevation of 2,691 meters, serves as a haven for climbers and hikers traversing the rugged terrain of the...
2.9 miSE
Mountain peak with dramatic views
Mont Dolent
74 min walk • Mont Dolent is a mountain in the Mont Blanc massif and lies on the border between Italy, Switzerland and France. As a mountain, Mont Dolent is regarded as the tripoint between Italy, Switzerland and France, although the tripoint itself lies at 3,749 metres, less than 100 metres north-west of its summit.
3.1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pointe d'Orny
80 min walk • The Pointe d'Orny is a mountain of the Mont Blanc massif, located west of Orsières in the canton of Valais. It lies north-east of the Plateau du Trient. Below the summit lies the Cabane du Trient, a mountain hut operated by the Swiss Alpine Club.
5.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Tête de Ferret
133 min walk • The Tête de Ferret is a mountain of the Pennine Alps on the Swiss-Italian border. It lies just east of the Mont Blanc massif, between the Swiss Val Ferret and the Italian Val Ferret.
1.8 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Aiguilles Dorées
45 min walk • The Aiguilles Dorées are a multi-summited mountain of the Mont Blanc massif, overlooking the Plateau du Trient in the canton of Valais. They lie east of the Petite Fourche, on the range between the glaciers of Trient and Saleina.
3.9 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pointe des Ecandies
101 min walk • The Pointe des Ecandies is a mountain of the Mont Blanc Massif, located between Trient and Champex in the canton of Valais. It is located north of the Pointe d'Orny and east of the Trient Glacier.
1.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Grande Fourche
30 min walk • The Grande Fourche is a mountain in the Mont Blanc Massif, located on the Swiss-French border. It lies between the Glacier de Saleina and the Glacier du Tour.
5.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pointe Ronde
140 min walk • The Pointe Ronde is a mountain of the Mont Blanc massif, overlooking Trient in the canton of Valais. It lies near the northern end of the Arête de la Lys, the ridge descending in a north-westerly direction from the Génépi towards the Col de la Forclaz.