Cofre de Perote culmine à 4282 mètres en Mexico, faisant partie de Sierra Madre, North America.
Ce sommet est classé comme volcanic.
Altitude
4282 m
Proéminence
— m
Coordonnées
19,490556, -97,155556
Type
volcanic
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À propos de cette montagne
Cofre de Perote (4282m) is a volcanic peak in the Sierra Madre, Mexico. Grade 2/5: moderate trek requiring good fitness. A prominent Mexican stratovolcano visible from major cities, with a classic cone and seasonal climbing conditions.
The topographic contour map of Cofre de Perote (4282m) in the Sierra Madre shows contours reflecting the unique geological character of the terrain. Contour lines are drawn at 100m intervals, with index contours (thicker lines) every 500m. The hypsometric color scale ranges from green (lower elevations) through yellow and orange to white (highest elevations near the 4,282m summit).
Profil d'altitude
The east–west elevation profile of Cofre de Perote (4282m) in the Sierra Madre shows the terrain cross-section through the summit at 4,282m. The color gradient transitions from green (valley floor) to white (summit zone), with the red summit marker indicating the peak.
Frequently Asked Questions
The contour map uses a hypsometric color scale where green represents lower elevations, yellow and orange indicate mid-range altitudes, and white marks the highest zones near the summit. Thicker contour lines (index contours) are drawn at wider intervals to help you quickly estimate elevation.
The contour map of Cofre de Perote (4282m) uses a 100m contour interval. This means each line represents a 100m change in elevation. Closely spaced contours indicate steeper terrain, while widely spaced contours show gentler slopes.
The elevation profile is a cross-section through Cofre de Perote (4282m) from west to east, passing through the summit at 4,282m. It reveals the mountain's shape, steepness, and relative height compared to the surrounding terrain. The horizontal axis shows distance in kilometers from the peak.
