Lej da la Tscheppa Lake
Alpine lake in Grisons, Switzerland
A high‑alpine lake in Grisons reached by mountain trails; hikers come for quiet mountain scenery, rocky shores and access to surrounding peaks.
Lej da la Tscheppa at a Glance#
About Lej da la Tscheppa#
Lej da la Tscheppa is an alpine lake in the canton of Grisons (Graubünden) in eastern Switzerland. It is one of many small high-altitude lakes in the Swiss Alps.
The site presents classic alpine features - steep surrounding slopes, rocky terrain, and seasonally snowbound access - and is visited by hikers on mountain routes during the summer season. The immediate area is suited to day hikes and alpine walking rather than developed tourism.
The lake occupies a glacially carved basin typical of Alpine lakes and has been shaped by glaciation and subsequent alpine geomorphic processes. Its status and use have remained those of a natural mountain lake.
Located in eastern Switzerland’s canton of Grisons, the lake sits within the Swiss Alps and is reached from nearby alpine valleys and trails.
How to Get to Lej da la Tscheppa#
Access is by alpine trail from nearby valleys in Grisons; the lake is reached on foot from marked mountain paths. Regional train stations and bus services serve trailhead villages, and local hiking maps provide exact routes.
Tips for Visiting Lej da la Tscheppa#
- The alpine approach requires appropriate footwear; talus and loose scree around mountain tarns can be slippery.
- Bring layered clothing-alpine weather changes fast and shade temperatures drop quickly.
- If trout fishing, confirm local regulations and seasons before casting.
Best Time to Visit Lej da la Tscheppa#
Visit in summer for accessible mountain conditions and hiking; shoulder seasons are quieter but colder.
Weather & Climate near Lej da la Tscheppa#
Lej da la Tscheppa's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1078 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -6° | -16° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -13° - -6° | -16° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -11° - -4° | -14° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -8° - -3° | -11° | 87 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.2 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 87 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 105 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 2° - 10° | 3° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | -1° - 7° | 0° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -9° - -2° | -11° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -4° | -14° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
