Bretterwand Cliff
Alpine cliff popular with climbers
Bretterwand at a Glance#
Address: Bretterwand, Tyrol, Austria
Hours: Accessible year-round (trail access varies seasonally)
Admission: Free (outdoor natural feature)
How to Get to Bretterwand#
Bretterwand is accessed via regional roads in Tyrol. Nearest larger towns include Kitzbühel and St. Johann; from there local roads and hiking trailheads provide access. Use local alpine maps and check hut and trail information before setting out.
Tips for Visiting Bretterwand#
- Check local alpine weather before heading up; conditions in Tyrol can change rapidly.
- Wear crampons or microspikes in winter; the approach can be icy.
- Early morning offers the clearest air and best light for views across the valleys.
Best Time to Visit Bretterwand#
Summer is best for hiking; winter suits experienced alpine travelers with proper gear.
Summer
Jun-Sep · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Warm days and excellent hiking conditions in the Alps.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -5-5°C (23-41°F)
Snow and alpine conditions; suitable for experienced winter hikers or skiers.
Weather & Climate near Bretterwand#
Climate
Bretterwand's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1446 mm/year), wettest in July.
Air Quality:
AQI 35
Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -4° | -13° | 80 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -4° | -13° | 77 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -8° - -1° | -10° | 108 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 1° | -7° | 119 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 7° | -1° | 130 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 2° - 10° | 3° | 159 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 174 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 158 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 10° | 3° | 123 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 6° | -2° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 117 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -3° | -12° | 92 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
