Hoher Tenn
Mountain Mountain in Salzburg region with alpine meadows
A peak in the Tennengebirge of Salzburg, Hoher Tenn is frequented by hikers and climbers for limestone ridges, via‑ferrata lines and connections to the Tennengebirge trail network.
How to Get to Hoher Tenn #
Access from towns such as St. Johann im Pongau or Bischofshofen with regional roads to trailheads; local bus services operate in summer to nearby valley villages. Driving is the most common way to reach trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Hoher Tenn #
- Many hikers use the Golling or Bad Reichenhall valleys as staging points; choose a route appropriate to fitness and experience.
- The summit is often windier and colder than lower trails - pack a warm layer.
- Arrive midweek for quieter trails and to avoid popular weekend crowds.
Best Time to Visit Hoher Tenn #
Most comfortable from late spring through early autumn for hiking and ridge walks.
Weather & Climate near Hoher Tenn #
Hoher Tenn's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 6°C. Abundant rainfall (1659 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
