Geography: Mountains

Mont Blanc

Lyskamm

Italy’s diverse terrain includes mountain ranges that have left an indelible mark on the nation's culture, history, and identity. Some of these majestic peaks serve as crucial water sources, giving rise to rivers that sustain downstream communities, nourishing agriculture and livelihoods. Throughout Italy's history, mountains have played pivotal roles as natural fortresses, offering strategic advantages and protection to various civilizations and kingdoms that have sought control over these regions. Mountains have influenced trade routes and shaped the patterns of human migration, becoming symbols of strength, endurance, and resilience in the country’s folklore, literature, and art along the way.

The table below presents information about Italy's most prominent mountains.

Highest Peaks	Elevation	Mountain Range	Type of Range
Mont Blanc	4,805 m (15,766.4 ft)	The Graian Alps	Fold
Lyskamm	4,533 m (14,872 ft)	The Pennine Alps	Fold
Monte Cervino, or Matterhorn	4,478 m (14,692 ft)	The Pennine Alps	Fold
Grandes Jorasses	4,208 m (13,806 ft)	The Graian Alps	Fold
Dent d'Herens	4,174 m (13,694 ft)	The Pennine Alps	Fold
Breithorn	4,164 m (13,661 ft)	The Pennine Alps	Fold
Gran Paradiso	4,061 m (13,323 ft)	The Graian Alps	Fold
Piz Zupo	3,996 m (13,110 ft)	The Bernina Range	Fold
Grivola	3,969 m (13,022 ft)	The Graian Alps	Fold
Aiguille de Tre la Tete	3,930 m (12,890 ft)	The Graian Alps	Fold