Breithorn (Simplon)

Breithorn
View from the Breithornpass (north side)
Highest point
Elevation3,437 m (11,276 ft)
Prominence90 m (300 ft)
Parent peakMonte Leone
Coordinates46°14′19″N 8°5′2″E / 46.23861°N 8.08389°E / 46.23861; 8.08389
Naming
Native nameBreithorn (German)
English translationBroad Horn
Geography
Location in Switzerland
CountrySwitzerland
CantonValais
Parent rangeLepontine Alps
Topo mapSwisstopo topographic maps

The Breithorn is a mountain of the Swiss Lepontine Alps, overlooking Simplon in the canton of Valais. It is part of the Monte Leone massif.

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