Fineilspitze
The Fineilspitze (Italian: Punta di Finale) is a peak in the Schnalskamm group of the Ötztal Alps on the border between Tyrol, Austria, and South Tyrol, Italy. It is known for being the discovery site of Otzi.
Fineilspitze | |
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Fineilspitze from the north. | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) |
Prominence | 497 m (1,631 ft) |
Parent peak | Similaun (Hintere Schwärze) |
Isolation | 4 km (2.5 mi) |
Listing | Alpine mountains above 3000 m |
Coordinates | 46°46′49″N 10°49′54″E |
Geography | |
Fineilspitze Location within Austria on the Austrian—Italian border | |
Location | Tyrol, Austria / South Tyrol, Italy |
Parent range | Ötztal Alps |
Climbing | |
First ascent | 8 September 1865 by Franz Senn with the guides Cyprian Granbichler and Josef Gstrein |
Easiest route | Northeast or southwest |
References
- Austrian Alpenverein (in German)
- Alpenverein South Tyrol (in German)
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