Berchtesgadener Hochthron
Mountain Rugged Bavarian summit above Königssee
A summit in Bavaria’s Berchtesgaden Alps, Berchtesgadener Hochthron draws hikers and climbers for steep routes, ridge walking and panoramic alpine views; visitors combine it with nearby mountain trails and seasonal alpine flora.
Berchtesgadener Hochthron is a mountain summit in the Berchtesgaden Alps of Bavaria, Germany, overlooking the Berchtesgaden basin. It is one of several prominent peaks in the Berchtesgaden region and is used as a vantage point for alpine views.
Trails lead to the summit from nearby valleys and alpine huts, offering panoramic views of surrounding peaks and the Königssee valley on clear days. The routes are typical mountain hikes and may require mountain footwear and experience with alpine terrain.
The peak is part of the long history of alpinism and mountain tourism in the Berchtesgaden area, which developed in the 19th and 20th centuries as access and infrastructure improved. Local alpine clubs maintain trails and huts that support summit visits.
The summit sits in southeastern Bavaria near the town of Berchtesgaden, within the Berchtesgadener Land district, surrounded by steep alpine terrain and valleys.
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Berchtesgadener Hochthron's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1588 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (198 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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