The Valserhorn (also spelled Valser Horn) is a summit of the Lepontine Alps, situated between Vals and Nufenen in the canton of Graubünden in Switzerland, on territory of both municipalities. With a prominence of 236 meters it is commonly agreed to be an independent peak to higher Bärenhorn (2929m) one mile to its northeast.
Valserhorn | |
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![]() from right: Valserhorn, Tällihorn 2820, Bärenhorn 2929 and Teischer 2688 (far left) from Selva Alp, above Vals | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,886 m (9,469 ft) |
Prominence | 236 m (774 ft) [1] |
Parent peak | Bärenhorn |
Coordinates | 46°33′37.1″N 9°12′29.6″E |
Geography | |
Location | Graubünden, Switzerland |
Parent range | Lepontine Alps |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | The peak is accessible straight forward from Blauw Gufer Alp above Nufenen GR. |
A popular hike starts at Zervreila, passes three remote lakes (Guraletschsee, Amperveilsee and Selvasee) and descends via Selva Alp to Vals. Vals is famous for its spa.[2]
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