Cilindro de Marboré facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cilindro de Marboré |
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northern side of the Pico Cilindro in Winter
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,328 m (10,919 ft) |
| Listing | List of mountains in Aragon |
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 Cilindro de Marboré
Location in Pyrenees
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| Location | Huesca, Spain |
| Parent range | Pyrenees |
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| Mountain type | Limestone |
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| First ascent | 1864 by Henry Russell and Hippolyte Passet |
| Easiest route | rock scramble, II |
The Cilindro de Marboré (which is 3,328 meters, or about 10,919 feet, tall) is a famous mountain in the Pyrenees. It's also known as Pico Cilindro or Pic du Cylindre. This impressive peak is part of the Monte Perdido massif, a group of high mountains.
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What is the Cilindro de Marboré?
The Cilindro de Marboré is one of the tallest mountains in the Pyrenees, a large mountain range that separates Spain and France. It stands tall in the Huesca province of Spain. Its name, "Cilindro," means "cylinder" in Spanish, which describes its shape.
The Three Sisters of the Pyrenees
Cilindro de Marboré is special because it's one of three very close mountains known as Las Tres Sorores, which means "The Three Sisters." These three peaks stand side-by-side, creating a stunning view. The other two "sisters" are:
- Monte Perdido, which is the tallest at 3,355 meters (11,007 feet).
- Soum de Ramond, which is 3,263 meters (10,705 feet) high.
Together, these three mountains form a magnificent part of the Pyrenees.
First Climbers and Routes
People have been climbing the Cilindro de Marboré for a long time. The first recorded climb was in 1864. It was done by two explorers named Henry Russell and Hippolyte Passet. They were pioneers in exploring the Pyrenees.
The easiest way to climb the Cilindro de Marboré today involves a "rock scramble." This means you have to use your hands and feet to climb over rocks, but it's not as difficult as technical rock climbing that needs ropes and special gear.
Images for kids
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northern side of the Pico Cilindro in Winter
See also
In Spanish: Pico Cilindro para niños
- List of Pyrenean three-thousanders
