Bifertenstock Mountain
Alpine peak in Glarus canton, popular with climbers
Bifertenstock rises in the Glarus Alps; mountaineers and experienced hikers head here for alpine routes, glacial cirques and high-altitude ridge walking.
Bifertenstock at a Glance#
Address: Bifertenstock, Canton of Glarus, Switzerland (mountain no formal address)
About Bifertenstock#
Bifertenstock is a mountain in the Glarus Alps of eastern Switzerland located in the Canton of Glarus. The peak rises above glaciated terrain and is a recognizable summit within the local alpine range.
Its flanks include glacier and snowfields and it is approached from alpine valleys with marked mountaineering and climbing routes rather than simple hiking trails. The mountain is a destination for experienced mountaineers and ski-mountaineers when conditions permit.
The summit lies within the high alpine environment of the Glarus Alps and forms part of the rugged ridge system between adjacent valleys and glaciers. Access is from mountain valleys in the canton, with alpine huts and routes serving the peak.
Geographically the peak sits in eastern Switzerland within the Glarus Alps, overlooking glaciated high-country typical of the range and reachable from nearby alpine valleys in the canton.
- Route conditions: Glacier and steep ridges on its slopes mean routes commonly require alpine equipment and experience with glacier travel outside the short summer window.
How to Get to Bifertenstock#
Access is typically from valleys in the Canton of Glarus; local trailheads are reached by mountain roads and marked hiking paths. Nearest towns with train links include Glarus and Linthal; local knowledge and maps are essential.
Tips for Visiting Bifertenstock#
- Bring crampons or good winter boots if attempting routes outside summer; alpine conditions can return quickly.
- For clear weather routes, start from the Voralp hut to gain higher ridgelines early in the day.
- Check current trail reports and local alpine club updates before attempting climbs; Bifertenstock is technical in parts.
Best Time to Visit Bifertenstock#
Summer months are best for climbing and hiking; always check alpine weather and route conditions.
Weather & Climate near Bifertenstock#
Bifertenstock's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 6°C. Abundant rainfall (1510 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -7° | -19° | 125 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 7.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -13° - -8° | -19° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 6.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -12° - -7° | -18° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 6.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -11° - -6° | -16° | 123 mm | overcast | 78% | 6.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -6° - -2° | -10° | 105 mm | overcast | 78% | 5.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | -3° - 2° | -6° | 130 mm | overcast | 77% | 5.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 152 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 143 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | -2° - 3° | -4° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 0° | -8° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 6.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -4° | -14° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 7.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -6° | -17° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 7.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
