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.
Hoher Tenn at a Glance#
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.
