Biberkopf Mountain
Alpine peak on Germany-Austria border, popular climb
Alpine peak on the Austria-Germany border in the Allgäu Alps, popular with hikers and scramblers. Routes offer steep ridges, alpine views and access to classic mountain huts.
Biberkopf at a Glance#
About Biberkopf#
Biberkopf is a mountain in the Allgäu Alps that straddles the border between Austria and Germany. Its summit reaches 2,599 metres and it is a prominent peak on the main alpine ridge in this sector.
The summit ridge marks part of the state boundary between Bavaria (Germany) and Tyrol (Austria) and is approached by mountain routes from both sides. The ascent involves steep sections and short scrambles rather than technical alpine climbing on the easiest routes.
As a natural summit it has no constructed history; it has long been part of alpine mountain use by shepherds and mountaineers and is included in regional mountaineering guides. It is commonly climbed by hillwalkers and peak baggers visiting the Allgäu Alps.
Biberkopf sits on the main ridge of the Allgäu Alps in the eastern Alps, immediately adjacent to the Austria-Germany border and surrounded by high alpine terrain and other 2,000-plus metre peaks.
- Elevation and border: Summit elevation is 2,599 metres, and the peak sits on the border between Austria and Germany.
How to Get to Biberkopf#
Nearest bases: Oberstdorf (Germany) or Hohenschwangau region for approach roads. Local alpine huts serve as staging points; use regional bus services from Oberstdorf and then local trails. Access depends on season and trail conditions.
Tips for Visiting Biberkopf#
- If attempting to summit, start from the Rappensee or Stevia side and be prepared for scrambling on the exposed ridge.
- Check local alpine reports for rockfall risk-routes can be loose in thawing conditions.
- Border crossing: the summit ridge represents the Austria-Germany border; carry ID and be aware of small differences in route marking between countries.
Best Time to Visit Biberkopf#
Best in summer (June-September) when trails and scrambling sections are safest and most accessible.
Weather & Climate near Biberkopf#
Biberkopf's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1561 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -4° | -14° | 117 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -11° - -4° | -14° | 107 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 120 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 122 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 125 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 1° - 9° | 2° | 159 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 174 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 6° | 158 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 123 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -7° - 0° | -9° | 124 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 128 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
