Mount Elbrus

Mount Elbrus is the tallest mountain in Europe. It stands in the country of Russia, near the border with Georgia. The mountain has two peaks that both look like big rounded cones. Mount Elbrus is actually an old volcano that has not erupted in a long time.

Two Tall Peaks

Mount Elbrus has two tops close together. The west peak is the higher one at 18,510 feet. The east peak is a little bit shorter. Both peaks are covered in snow and ice all year. Big rivers of ice called glaciers slide down the slopes.

A Sleeping Volcano

Mount Elbrus is a volcano, but it is not active now. It has not erupted for about 2,000 years. The ground under the mountain is still warm in some spots. Hot springs bubble up nearby where people can enjoy a warm bath. Scientists keep an eye on the mountain just to be safe.

Fun Facts

• Mount Elbrus is one of the Seven Summits.
• A cable car takes people partway up the mountain.
• Thousands of people try to climb it every year.

Did You Know?

The very first person to climb the highest peak of Mount Elbrus made it to the top in 1874.