Spitzkofel
Spitzkofel (2,717 m) is a mountain of the Lienz Dolomites in East Tyrol, Austria.
| Spitzkofel | |
|---|---|
 Spitzkofel on the right | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,717 m (8,914 ft) |
| Prominence | 457 m (1,499 ft) [1] |
| Isolation | 5.1 km (3.2 mi)  |
| Coordinates | 46°45′N 12°39′E |
| Geography | |
  Spitzkofel Location in the Alps | |
| Location | East Tyrol, Austria |
| Parent range | Lienz Dolomites |
The local mountain for the village of Leisach in the Lienz District, Spitzkofel is the most rugged peak of the Lienz Dolomites. It was probably first claimed in 1798 and is still a popular hiking peak, with excellent views from its summit towards the main town of Lienz, across the Lienz Dolomites, Austria's highest peak Großglockner, Großvenediger and the Carnic Alps.[2]
References
- "Austria - Europeaklist". Mark Trengove. Retrieved 10 November 2019.
- "Spitzkofel". pusterdal.org. Retrieved 10 November 2019.
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