Eiger

The Eiger (German pronunciation: [ˈaɪ̯ɡɐ]) is a mountain in the Bernese Alps in Switzerland. It has an elevation of 3,967 metres (13,015 ft). The mountain is one of three mountains which are a large part of the local landscape. Mönch and Jungfrau are the other two mountains. Climbers like the north face. It is 1,800 metres (5,900 ft) high, and very difficult to climb.

Eiger
The north face of the Eiger
Highest point
Elevation	3,967 m (13,015 ft)
Prominence	362 m (1,188 ft)[1]
Parent peak	Mönch
Isolation	2.0 km (1.2 mi)[2]
Coordinates	46°34′39″N 8°0′19″E
Naming
English translation	Ogre
Geography
Eiger Location in Switzerland
Location	Canton of Bern, Switzerland
Parent range	Bernese Alps
Topo map	Swisstopo 1229 Grindelwald
Geology
Mountain type	Limestone
Climbing
First ascent	11 August 1858
Easiest route	basic rock/snow/ice climb (AD)