The impressive landscape of the Alps is characterized by countless mountain massifs and four-thousanders, many of which are well-known. These are the nine highest peaks of the alpine region.
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The 7 highest mountains in Italy
Many of the highest peaks of the Italian Alps are located in well-known mountain massifs such as the Mont Blanc or the Monte Rosa. Even though they aren’t the highest peaks of the massifs since the main summits are already situated across the border in Switzerland or France, they are only slightly smaller and reach impressive heights of over 4,000 metres. The highest peak in Italy would therefore be the 4,748-metre-high Monte Bianco di Courmayeur. In the following, however, we will not look at the highest peaks, but at the seven highest independent mountains or main summits located in Italy.
The 7 highest mountains in Switzerland
The Alps are characterized by breathtaking landscapes and imposing mountains. Of the 82 four-thousanders of the Alps, 48 are located in Switzerland or on the borders with its neighboring countries. We will introduce you to the seven tallest mountains of the country.
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The 13 National Parks of the Alps
The Alps are a unique natural environment with an impressive variety of animal and plant species. Some of them are even exclusive to the Alpine region. Thus it is all the more important to protect this special flora and fauna by establishing nature reserves. Here, we present you the national parks of the Alps.
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