Malgora

Malgora (Russian: Мальгора) is a peak in Vologda Oblast, Russia. It is the highest point in the region.^[1]

Malgora
Мальгора
Malgora Location in Vologda Oblast, Russia Show map of Vologda Oblast Malgora Malgora (European Russia) Show map of European Russia
Highest point
Elevation	304 m (997 ft)[1]
Prominence	141 m (463 ft)[1]
Coordinates	60°40′41″N 35°22′43″E[1]
Geography
Location	Vytegorsky District Vologda Oblast, Russia
Parent range	Vepsian Upland
Climbing
Easiest route	From Oshta

Etymology

Despite being a major summit of the Vepsian Upland, the name of the mountain is not of Vepsian origin, but is likely derived from the Karelian word "malja" ("bowl").^[2]

Description

Malgora is a 304 metres (997 ft) high mountain located just east of Oshta in the Vepsian Upland. The mountain rises in the northwestern sector of the Vytegorsky District and is the highest point of the Vepsian Hills.^[3][4]

The summit is of difficult access, its slopes being covered with dense coniferous forest. There is a geodetic marker at the top.^[5]

See also

• List of highest points of Russian federal subjects
• List of mountains and hills of Russia