Hohgant Mountain
Swiss Bernese massif with karst plateaus and caves
A limestone mountain in the Emmental region with marked trails and karst features. Hikers follow ridge paths, explore caves and use local alpine huts while taking in wide views across Bernese foothills.
Hohgant at a Glance#
Address: Hohgant massif, Canton of Bern, Switzerland
About Hohgant#
Hohgant is a mountain massif in the Canton of Bern, Switzerland, forming part of the Emmental/Pre-Alpine region. The range is characterised by steep limestone cliffs and upland pastures.
The area is used for hiking and seasonal alpine grazing, with trails that access ridgelines and summits offering views over the Bernese Oberland and surrounding valleys. The massif is known locally for its karstic geology and cliff faces.
Geologically it is a limestone-dominated formation typical of the Swiss pre-Alps and has been shaped by uplifts and erosional processes. Over time the slopes have supported traditional pastoral use alongside recreational hiking.
Hohgant lies within the Bernese cantonal landscape, north of the high Alpine chain, and is accessible from nearby valleys and villages in the Emmental region.
- Terrain and recreation: The massif features steep limestone faces and upland pastures and is commonly visited by hikers from the Bernese foothills.
How to Get to Hohgant#
The Hohgant area is reachable from Interlaken or Bern by regional roads and public transport to local trailheads in the Emmental or near the town of Trubschachen. Local bus services connect villages; from there hiking trails lead up onto the massif.
Tips for Visiting Hohgant#
- Routing on the Hohgant often involves long ascents; plan for a full day and start early.
- The summit plateau is home to rare alpine flora - tread carefully and stick to paths to avoid damaging sensitive areas.
- Local shepherds and cheese makers in nearby villages can point out less-traveled paths and seasonal grazing behaviors.
Best Time to Visit Hohgant#
Best in summer for long hikes and wildflower displays; avoid early-spring melt when trails are wet.
Weather & Climate near Hohgant#
Hohgant's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1394 mm/year), wettest in June, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 109 mm | overcast | 83% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -1° | -10° | 109 mm | overcast | 82% | 5.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 120 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 3° | -6° | 123 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 121 mm | overcast | 82% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
