Großer Rettenstein
Mountain Jagged Kitzbühel Alps peak popular with hikers
In Tyrol the Großer Rettenstein is a jagged limestone peak popular with climbers and ridge-hikers; trails lead from alpine meadows and small high-mountain huts.
Großer Rettenstein is a mountain peak in Tyrol, Austria, notable for its rugged, jagged limestone summit and its prominence within the Kitzbühel Alps.
The peak is visited for its high, rocky ridges and strenuous hiking and scramble routes that require sure-footedness and basic alpine experience. Climbers and hillwalkers use marked trails and alpine routes to reach the ridge and summit for wide mountain views.
The mountain is a natural feature formed as part of the Alpine orogeny and has served traditionally as part of alpine grazing and mountain recreation in the region. Over time it has become a popular destination for local mountaineers and experienced hikers.
It sits in the Tyrolean section of the Kitzbühel Alps in western Austria, reachable from nearby alpine communities in Tyrol and forming a distinct rocky silhouette in the local mountain landscape.
- Access and difficulty: Routes to the summit include steep footpaths and sections of exposed scrambling; appropriate boots and alpine experience are recommended.
How to Get to Großer Rettenstein #
Großer Rettenstein is accessed from Tyrolean valley roads; common approaches start from valley towns such as Kitzbühel or St. Johann in Tirol with marked mountain-trail networks leading to the summit area. Regional buses connect larger towns and trailhead villages in summer.
Tips for Visiting Großer Rettenstein #
- The standard route includes some exposed sections - bring a helmet if attempting steeper lines and check for loose rock.
- Stay aware of mountain weather forecasts; the range can produce sudden storms in summer afternoons.
- There are alpine huts in the area - reserve ahead during peak season if planning overnight stays.
Best Time to Visit Großer Rettenstein #
Late spring through early autumn is the standard window for climbs; winter demands full alpine equipment.
Weather & Climate near Großer Rettenstein #
Großer Rettenstein's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1380 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
