Brechhorn Mountain
Alpine summit in Tyrol's Kitzbühel Alps, popular hiking
Brechhorn in Tyrol rises above the Kitzbühel Alps with summer alpine pastures, marked hiking routes and ski‑touring access; alpine huts serve regional food.
Brechhorn at a Glance#
Address: Brechhorn area, Tyrol, Austria
About Brechhorn#
Brechhorn is a mountain in the Tyrol region of Austria, located in the Kitzbühel Alps north of the town of Kitzbühel. The peak is an identifiable summit in the regional alpine landscape and is frequented for hiking and mountain recreation.
Trails rise from nearby valley villages to alpine pastures and the summit area, offering panoramic views of surrounding peaks and valleys. The Brechhorn’s slopes are used for summer hiking and contribute to local outdoor recreation networks.
The mountain lies in Tyrol state in western Austria, within the alpine range north of the Kitzbühel area and accessible from valley towns and ski-resort villages in the region.
- Elevation: The summit reaches about 2,032 meters and is a popular objective for day hikes and alpine views in the Kitzbühel Alps.
How to Get to Brechhorn#
Nearest access is from the Wildschönau valley or nearby ski towns; mountain-hut routes and marked trails begin from parking areas linked to local bus stops from Kufstein or Kitzbühel.
Tips for Visiting Brechhorn#
- If hiking to Brechhorn in Austria, check local alpine hut opening times; some are closed outside peak summer months.
- Watch weather closely - mountain fog can roll in fast and visibility drops.
Best Time to Visit Brechhorn#
Summer for hiking and alpine pastures; winter for ski touring if experienced and properly equipped.
Weather & Climate near Brechhorn#
Brechhorn's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1297 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 69 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 66 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 87 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 5° | -2° | 96 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 123 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 14° | 8° | 156 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 8° - 16° | 12° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 8° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 94 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 82 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
