Mount Elbrus
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Mountain peak
Europe's highest peak and a key pillar of the Seven Summits mountaineering challenge, Mount Elbrus is a dormant stratovolcano rising 5,642 meters (18,510 feet) above sea level.

Mount Elbrus is the highest mountain in Russia and Europe, a dormant stratovolcano with two main peaks, located in the Caucasus Mountains.

Why Go

🏔️ Climb Europe's highest peak, a Seven Summits challenge
⛷️ Enjoy a popular ski resort and annual Elbrus race
🚶 Explore numerous day hikes or use cable car/chair lift
🏞️ Witness impressive views from above the clouds

Why Avoid

⚠️ Climbing is dangerous, 15-30 people die annually
🌬️ Violent winds and blizzards possible, even in summer
🛂 Access permits required south of Baksan due to border controls

Tips

🗓️ Best to visit during summer (June-mid-September) for sunny days.
🚌 Fly to Nalchik, then take a taxi or bus to Terskol.
👥 Inexperienced climbers should always go with a guide.

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