Hirlatzwand Cliff
Steep limestone mountain face popular with climbers
A limestone cliff in Upper Austria, Hirlatzwand draws climbers and hillwalkers for its rock routes and clear alpine outlooks.
Hirlatzwand at a Glance#
How to Get to Hirlatzwand#
Hirlatzwand is accessible from regional roads in Upper Austria; local villages serve as trailheads and bases for climbing approaches. The Austrian Alpine Club provides route descriptions and seasonal advice.
Tips for Visiting Hirlatzwand#
- Consult local alpine maps and the Austrian Alpine Club for established route information and seasonal conditions.
- Be prepared for exposed scrambling; helmets and experience are advisable on steep limestone walls.
- Early starts avoid afternoon thunderstorms common in alpine areas during summer.
Best Time to Visit Hirlatzwand#
Upper Austria's limestone walls are best attempted in summer when routes are dry; always check weather forecasts and seek local route advice.
Weather & Climate near Hirlatzwand#
Hirlatzwand'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 -6°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1335 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - 2° | -5° | 84 mm | overcast | 93% | 1.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 3° | -4° | 71 mm | overcast | 92% | 1.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 7° | 0° | 88 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 4° | 85 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 16° | 11° | 112 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Acceptable | 9° - 19° | 14° | 166 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.8 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 185 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 161 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 1.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 7° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 5° | 0° | 90 mm | overcast | 90% | 1.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 2° | -4° | 96 mm | overcast | 91% | 1.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
