Dent Blanche Collection

Matterhorn and Dent Blanche and the blue waters of Lake Riffelsee, Zermatt, Canton of Valais, Pennine Alps, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Dent Blanche at sunrise from Gniffetti peaks, Swiss Alps

Dent Blanche at sunset from Pointe des Vignettes, Switzerland

Matterhorn Peak, 4478m, with Dent Blanche, Pointe de Zinal, Grand Cornier and Obergabelhorn, Zermatt, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

The Alps: The Dent Blanche from the South (b / w photo)
6023187 The Alps: The Dent Blanche from the South (b/w photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dent Blanche from the South)

Matterhorn, Dent Blanche, Wellenkuppe and Zinalrothorn peaks in fog from Stellisee lake, Zermatt, Valais canton, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Ryffelberg, Mont-Cervin et Dent-Blanche (b / w photo)
6002242 Ryffelberg, Mont-Cervin et Dent-Blanche (b/w photo) by Swiss Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ryffelberg, Mont-Cervin et Dent-Blanche)

Panoramic View from the Gorner Grat, near Zermatt, Switzerland (engraving)
1042322 Panoramic View from the Gorner Grat, near Zermatt, Switzerland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panoramic View from the Gorner Grat)

Crossing a Great Crevasse on the Dent Blanche in 1865 (engraving)
1063286 Crossing a Great Crevasse on the Dent Blanche in 1865 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing a Great Crevasse on the Dent Blanche in 1865)

Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche (engraving)
2783336 Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche)

Aerial view of Breithorn, Matterhorn, Dent Blanche, Obergabelhorn, Zinalrothorn and Weisshorn, Zermatt, Valais canton, Switzerland, Europe

Sunrise over Matterhorn and Dent Blanche view from Riffelhorn, aerial view, Zermatt, canton of Valais, Switzerland, Europe

Aerial view of Riffelhorn ridge, Matterhorn and Dent Blanche at sunrise, Zermatt, canton of Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Climber on south ridge of Dent Blanche, 4357m, with view to the Matterhorn, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Climber on south ridge of Dent Blanche, 4357m, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

SWITZERLAND: DENT BLANCHE. Dent Blanche, one of the most difficult Alpine ascents, from the Schwarzsee, Zermatt, Switzerland. Stereograph, c1908

The Dent Blanche and Ober Gabelhorn, Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland, Europe

Dent Blanche and Ober Gabelhorn reflected in lake, Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland, Europe

The Dent Blanche reflect in lake, Zermatt, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

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Dent Blanche, a majestic peak in the Swiss Alps, stands tall and proud alongside its famous neighbor, the Matterhorn. With its snow-capped summit reaching towards the heavens at 4, 357 meters above sea level, a sight to behold. One can witness the sheer beauty of this mountain from various vantage points. At sunrise, from the Gniffetti peaks, an ethereal glow bathes Dent Blanche in golden hues as it emerges from the darkness. The view is simply breathtaking. As evening approaches and the sun begins its descent behind Pointe des Vignettes, Dent Blanche transforms into a silhouette against a vibrant sky painted with shades of orange and pink. This picturesque scene captures nature's artistry at its finest. From Zermatt's vantage point lies an awe-inspiring panorama that showcases not only Dent Blanche but also other prominent peaks like Pointe de Zinal, Grand Cornier, and Obergabelhorn. These giants stand together in harmony against Switzerland's azure skies. The allure extends beyond mere visuals; it holds historical significance too. Engravings depict daring mountaineers crossing treacherous crevasses on their ascent to conquer this formidable peak back in 1865. However, tragedy struck as documented by haunting black-and-white photographs capturing "The Fatal Disaster on the Dent Blanche. " Yet amidst these tales of triumphs and tribulations lie moments of personal achievement etched forever in memory. An engraving titled "Mon Ascencion A La Dent Blanche" immortalizes one individual's triumphant climb to reach this pinnacle of success. For those fortunate enough to witness it from above through aerial views or gaze upon it reflected on Lake Riffelsee's blue waters below - Breithorn standing proudly beside Matterhorn - there is no denying that Dent Blanche commands attention wherever it appears.