Bürkelkopf Mountain
Alpine peak in Grisons canton on Swiss-Austrian border
Bürkelkopf is an Alpine peak on the Switzerland-Austria border. Mountaineers and experienced hikers use its high‑alpine routes for ridge walking, panoramic summit views and access to neighboring ski areas.
Bürkelkopf at a Glance#
How to Get to Bürkelkopf#
Bürkelkopf lies on the border of Grisons (Graubünden) and is typically accessed from Swiss valleys near Samnaun or from Austrian approaches near Ischgl. The closest larger transport hubs are in the Engadin valley; mountain roads and marked hiking trails lead toward the base from both countries.
Tips for Visiting Bürkelkopf#
- If attempting a summit attempt, check route conditions with local alpine guides - the Samnaun group can be complex and weather‑dependent.
- Carry appropriate alpine equipment; ridgelines are exposed and conditions change quickly above 2,500 m.
- Consider ascending from Ischgl (Austria) or Samnaun (Switzerland) to add variety to the approaches.
Best Time to Visit Bürkelkopf#
Best visited in summer for scenic hiking and safer weather; winter approaches require mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Bürkelkopf#
Bürkelkopf'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 8°C. Abundant rainfall (1375 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -7° | -18° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 6.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -13° - -7° | -19° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 5.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -12° - -6° | -16° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -9° - -4° | -13° | 114 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -4° - 1° | -6° | 103 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | -2° - 5° | -3° | 131 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 142 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Poor | 1° - 8° | 2° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -4° | -13° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 5.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -5° | -16° | 119 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 6.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
