Overview

Cerro Torre rises to 3,128 m in Argentina, Chile, within the the Patagonian Andes of South America. It was first climbed in 1974.

Highlights

• Granite peak forest — weathered granite rising as stone pillars.
• A landmark of film and literature, known far beyond the climbing world.
• Glacier and snow scenery — ice fields, seracs and year-round snow.
• Low-to-medium altitude: below 5,000 m, with forest belts and clear seasons.

Key facts

• Elevation：3,128 m
• Location：Argentina, Chile
• Continent：South America
• Range：the Patagonian Andes
• Coordinates：49°17′S 73°05′W
• First ascent：1974