Europe peaks
Europe summits
Top climbing months
August 13%
July 12%
June 10%
Peak challenges
Europe mountains highlights
- The biggest and highest range entirely in Europe is the mighty Alps, whence the very term "alpine" was derived. With iconic peaks like its highest Mont Blanc (4,810m) and the aesthetic dagger the Matterhorn (4,478m, made famous by the peakery logo), the Alps offer hikers a thrilling combination of challenging climbs, picturesque trails, and breathtaking vistas. The towering glaciers, lush alpine meadows, extensive trail and alpine hut networks, and many storybook mountain towns such as Chamonix, Zermatt, and Grindelwald, make the Alps a paradise for hikers with peaks on their brain.
- Technically the highest peak in Europe is dormant volcano Mount Elbrus (5,641m) in the Caucasus mountains of Russia, a year-round snow climb. The normal route, on the southern slope, is the easiest, safest, and fastest route to the top by using the ski lifts to 3,800m and then overnighting in a group of cylindrical cabins known as "The Barrels".
- The rugged Pyrenees span the border of France and Spain and are home to 30 peaks over 3,000 m. Offering a unique blend of Basque, Catalan, and French cultures, the Pyrenees region invites hikers to stay in 775 huts and shelters, many of them on or near the GR10 or GR11 long distance hiking trails.
- Hiking the mountains in the United Kingdom centers on 3 areas: 1) the highest Scottish Highlands, characterized by vast expanses of rugged terrain, hauntingly beautiful lochs, and famous Munro peaks including Ben Nevis (1,345m) and the rugged peaks of the Isle of Skye, 2) the Lake District in northwest England, home of the highest peak in England, Scafell Pike (978m), and a collection of 214 peaks known as the Wrainwrights, and 3) Snowdonia in Wales, highlighted by Snowdon (1,085m) and its famous horseshoe route over a series of rugged peaks including the "knife-edged" arête Crib Goch (923m).
- The 1,500 km-long Carpathians in Central Europe boast pristine forests, cascading waterfalls, and a rich cultural heritage across Poland, Slovakia, Romania, and other countries. The Carpathians reach their highest in the Tatra Mountains on the Poland/Slovakia border with the jagged peaks of Rysy (highest in Poland at 2,499m) and Gerlachovský štít (highest in Slovakia at 2,655m).
- The "original" Sierra Nevada in Spain is a unique blend of Mediterranean and alpine landscapes. The blue Mediterranean lies only 35km south from the alpine summit of Mulhacén (3,482m).
- Scandinavia's mountainous regions, such as the highest Galdhøpiggen (2,469m) in Norway, offer hikers vast expanses of untouched northern wilderness to explore, with abundant reindeer & wildlife, and the world's most dramatic fjords.
- Europe has many more unique mountainous regions, including the rugged spine of the GR20 in Corsica, the Olympic Mountains of Greece, the stunning, rocky peaks of Montenegro, and the ancient and weathered peaks of Ireland, to name but a few. Go to each countries' page to learn more about the peak treasures scattered around the continent.
Europe mountains highlights
Latest summits
"Day out on my own to bag this peak. nabbed the perfect parking spot at the start of the trail for a bimble into the clouds. The views were not in my favour today but it was still a lovely walk. Followed the forest track on the way up to collect an old geocache but took the more direct route on the way down.
Nothing to see at the top as the mist and cloud was firmly in place at the summit but nevertheless a lovely walk" — charliegill • Mar 17, 2024
"A full waterproofs walk today from Meldon reservoir car park in driving drizzle and eventually rain too. Following the path around the lake and up the West Okement valley to Lints Tor for a spot of lunch before heading up into the low cloud base at Dinger Tor and picking up the military tracks. Followed these all the way down between West Mill and Row Tor before climbing Black Down. Headed west along the ridge line and then followed the stone wall of Meldon Quarry down to Meldon Pool before ascending the permissive path to Meldon viaduct. Followed track and then reservoir road back to finish. 16.8km. Overcast and raining. Solo." — MuchMoorWalking • Mar 16, 2024
"A full waterproofs walk today from Meldon reservoir car park in driving drizzle and eventually rain too. Following the path around the lake and up the West Okement valley to Lints Tor for a spot of lunch before heading up into the low cloud base at Dinger Tor and picking up the military tracks. Followed these all the way down between West Mill and Row Tor before climbing Black Down. Headed west along the ridge line and then followed the stone wall of Meldon Quarry down to Meldon Pool before ascending the permissive path to Meldon viaduct. Followed track and then reservoir road back to finish. 16.8km. Overcast and raining. Solo." — MuchMoorWalking • Mar 16, 2024
"A full waterproofs walk today from Meldon reservoir car park in driving drizzle and eventually rain too. Following the path around the lake and up the West Okement valley to Lints Tor for a spot of lunch before heading up into the low cloud base at Dinger Tor and picking up the military tracks. Followed these all the way down between West Mill and Row Tor before climbing Black Down. Headed west along the ridge line and then followed the stone wall of Meldon Quarry down to Meldon Pool before ascending the permissive path to Meldon viaduct. Followed track and then reservoir road back to finish. 16.8km. Overcast and raining. Solo." — MuchMoorWalking • Mar 16, 2024
"I take advantage of the morning to go to the monastery of Santa Ana in Jumilla and climb the mountain with the same name. The day is spring and some motorhomes are located in the recreational area. I use the botanical trail to climb, which is continuous and quite steep to the top. From here I see the Pico del Maestre and the city of Jumilla in the distance. I don't meet other hikers today, so I watch carefully where I step to avoid any silly falls. From the summit I see snowy peaks in the distance due to Storm Monica. I head a little later to the Maestre peak, which is lower but perhaps rockier and with fewer trees." — franciscobirruezo • Mar 14, 2024
Popular Europe mountains
Europe peaks
Europe summits
Notifications
Join peakery
Choose your peakery username
Login
Incorrect password.
Try again.
Try again.
Forgot password
We just sent an email to with password reset instructions.