| La Breya | |
|---|---|
  La Breya Location in Switzerland | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,374 m (7,789 ft) |
| Prominence | 78 m (256 ft) [1] |
| Coordinates | 46°01′18″N7°06′12″E / 46.02167°N 7.10333°E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Valais, Switzerland |
| Parent range | Mont Blanc Massif |
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