First is a mountain location and minor summit on the slopes of the Schwarzhorn in the Bernese Oberland. It is mostly known as a cable car station above Grindelwald (Firstbahn) and as a popular hiking area with the Bachalpsee in proximity. It is also the destination of the classic hike: Schynige Platte-Faulhorn-First.
First | |
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![]() View of First with the Eiger in background | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,184 m (7,165 ft)[1] |
Coordinates | 46°39′38″N 8°3′13″E / 46.66056°N 8.05361°E |
Geography | |
Location | Bernese Oberland, Switzerland |
Parent range | Bernese Alps |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | Aerial tramway |
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