Bussen
Mountain Prominent Swabian hill topped by pilgrimage church
The Bussen, a solitary hill in Upper Swabia, hosts a pilgrimage church at its summit and offers views across the Danube plain; hikers and pilgrims climb its wooded slopes.
How to Get to Bussen #
Bussen is near the town of Riedlingen in Baden-Württemberg. Regional buses serve the base from Riedlingen; there are waymarked hiking trails from nearby villages and limited parking near the ascent paths. The nearest major rail station is Ulm, from which regional buses connect.
Tips for Visiting Bussen #
- Hike the summit trail early to avoid afternoon sun and timbered midges in summer.
- Look for the chapel and summit cross-Bussen has been a pilgrimage site since medieval times.
- Combine with the Swabian Alp trails for a longer day hike; the bus from Riedlingen stops at the base.
Best Time to Visit Bussen #
Best late spring through autumn for trails and clear summit views; winters bring snow and limited access.
Weather & Climate near Bussen #
Bussen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (920 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (113 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
