Mount Elbrus

Mount Elbrus is a dormant volcano located in southern Russia, in the border with Georgia. Being part of the Caucasus Range, this mountain is the tenth most prominent peak in the wor... Read more

Mount Elbrus is a dormant volcano located in southern Russia, in the border with Georgia. Being part of the Caucasus Range, this mountain is the tenth most prominent peak in the world. This majestic massif hast 2 main peaks, the taller west summit, at 5,642 metres above sea level, and the east summit at 5,621 metres.

If you are planning on conquering this beast of a mountain, you must know that there are 2 different routes that take you to the top. Although they are similar in terms of acclimatization, weather and terrain, there ir a significant difference: infrastructure. The Southern route offers its trekkers accommodation in mountain huts and cable cars to carry equipment. The Northern route is not as comfortable: during the trek you will spend your nights in camping sites.

Of course, choosing the tougher route has its advantages as well: it will be less crowded and there will be less human intrusion onto the landscape. No matter which route you choose, climbing Mount Elbrus is an exciting challenge for any trekker! Read less