Klöntalersee Monastery
Alpine reservoir lake surrounded by steep cliffs
A glacial lake in Canton Glarus, Klöntalersee draws hikers and swimmers with clear alpine water, shoreline paths and trails up toward surrounding peaks; photographers and anglers come for reflections and trout fishing.
Klöntalersee at a Glance#
Address: Klöntalersee, Canton of Glarus, Switzerland
Hours: Open access (outdoor lake)
Admission: Free to access surrounding area; alpine facilities (boat hire, cafes) may charge seasonally
How to Get to Klöntalersee#
Klöntalersee is accessible by road from Glarus or Linthal. There is a car park near the eastern end (Klöntal valley); local bus services run in season from nearby towns. Trails from the parking area circle the lake and continue into the surrounding hills.
Tips for Visiting Klöntalersee#
- Arrive early in summer to catch mirror‑like reflections on calm water before afternoon winds pick up.
- Walk the path along the northern shore for the classic view with glaciers in the background.
- If visiting by car, park at the designated lot near the eastern end-the access trail to the lake is well‑signed from there.
Best Time to Visit Klöntalersee#
Summer for outdoor activities and boat services; autumn for fewer crowds and vivid colours.
Weather & Climate near Klöntalersee#
Klöntalersee'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 -5°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1563 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 1° | -5° | 85 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 2° | -4° | 95 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 3° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 6° - 15° | 10° | 140 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 17° | 13° | 178 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 191 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 179 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 11° | 6° | 112 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 6° | 0° | 119 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -4° | 101 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
