Dreispitz Mountain
Alpine peak in Bernese Oberland popular with climbers
A mountain summit in the Canton of Bern with marked hiking routes and alpine pastures. Visitors come for day hikes, panoramic views and seasonal wildflower meadows.
Dreispitz at a Glance#
Address: Dreispitz, Bernese Oberland region, Canton of Bern, Switzerland
How to Get to Dreispitz#
Nearest access points are by regional roads and mountain train connections in the Bernese Oberland. Use local transport hubs such as Interlaken or Meiringen and then local buses or cableways to approach trailheads; specific routes depend on chosen ascent.
Tips for Visiting Dreispitz#
- If climbing, check alpine route conditions and secure proper equipment; many routes on the Dreispitz are technical.
- From nearby valleys, the mountain's black horned silhouette is best seen at dawn when light scours the ridges.
- Use local alpine huts as staging points - they offer both shelter and route beta.
Best Time to Visit Dreispitz#
Best in summer for hiking and climbing; winter ascents require alpine experience.
Weather & Climate near Dreispitz#
Dreispitz's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1311 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -11° | 108 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -2° | -12° | 106 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -7° - -1° | -11° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 1° | -8° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | 0° - 6° | -2° | 115 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 3° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 7° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 7° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 3° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 1° | -7° | 120 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -6° - -1° | -10° | 116 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
