Hauser KaiblingAbout Hauser Kaibling
Hauser Kaibling is a mountain in the Schladming area of Styria, Austria, whose summit rises to about 2,015 metres above sea level. It is part of the regional ski and mountain recreation area around Schladming and the Dachstein foothills.
The area is used for alpine skiing in winter and hiking and mountain biking in summer, with lift infrastructure that links the summit and mid-stations to valley terminals. The mountain is integrated into the local multi-mountain ski circuit that serves the Schladming resort area.
Lift and piste development over the 20th and 21st centuries turned Hauser Kaibling into a staffed ski centre with cable cars and groomed runs. Trailheads and lifts provide direct access from nearby valley villages and resort towns.
Hauser Kaibling sits near Schladming in central Styria, within Austria’s Northern Limestone Alps region and is accessed from the Schladming valley.
- Elevation: Summit elevation is about 2,015 metres, making it a prominent peak in the Schladming region of Styria.
What to See#
- Summit and ski area: The summit reaches approximately 2,015 metres above sea level and forms part of the Schladming ski region, linked with neighbouring peaks by lift and piste networks.
- Lift and piste network: A developed winter sports area with chairlifts and cable cars that connects into the regional “four-mountain” skiing circuit serving Schladming and surrounding resorts.
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Best Time to Visit Hauser Kaibling
Winter for skiing (Dec-Mar); summer for hiking and alpine activities (Jun-Sep).
Weather & Climate near Hauser Kaibling
Hauser Kaibling's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1661 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 92 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 85 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -7° - 0° | -9° | 120 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 131 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 9° | 2° | 142 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 12° | 6° | 189 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 207 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 176 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 5° | 147 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 129 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -1° | -10° | 122 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
How to Get to Hauser Kaibling
Hauser Kaibling is accessed from the Schladming area in Styria. The nearest train station is Schladming (regional rail), from which local buses and shuttle services run to the lift bases. Driving via the A10 or local state roads is common; ample tourist parking exists at the valley base stations.
Tips for Visiting Hauser Kaibling
- Buy a regional lift pass (Schladming-Dachstein) if planning multiple days of skiing; it covers Hauser Kaibling and neighbouring resorts.
- In summer, use the mountain cableways for higher‑alpine trails; the area has marked via ferrata routes and panoramic viewing platforms.
- Ask at the local tourist office about seasonal festivals and guided summit tours - small local events often reveal hidden alpine huts and recipes.