Lusen (Bavaria) Mountain
Granite mountain in Bavarian Forest National Park
Lusen in the Bavarian Forest National Park is a granite-capped mountain with marked trails, boardwalks and forested terrain used year-round by hikers and snowshoers.
Lusen (Bavaria) at a Glance#
Address: Lusen, Bavarian Forest National Park, Bavaria, Germany
Website: https://www.nationalpark-bayerischer-wald.bayern.de/
Hours: Open daylight hours (outdoor mountain area)
Admission: Free (hiking trails in Bavarian Forest National Park)
About Lusen (Bavaria)#
Lusen is a mountain in the Bavarian Forest (Bayerischer Wald) on the Germany-Czech border, rising to about 1,373 metres. It is part of the protected area of the Bavarian Forest National Park.
The mountain is a natural feature rather than a man-made site; it has long been used for grazing and timber and later became incorporated within the national park when the area was protected. Conservation measures have focused on restoring natural forest processes and protecting alpine habitats.
Located in eastern Bavaria near the border with the Czech Republic, within the Bavarian Forest National Park and accessible from local towns in the surrounding region.
- Elevation and park status: Peak elevation is 1,373 metres and the mountain lies within the Bavarian Forest National Park, making it a common day-hiking destination with marked trails and boardwalks.
How to Get to Lusen (Bavaria)#
Lusen is accessed from several trailheads in the Bavarian Forest National Park, commonly from hiking centres such as Finsterau or Spiegelau. Public transport and park shuttles serve the larger access points; check local maps for trail distances and difficulty.
Tips for Visiting Lusen (Bavaria)#
- Bring sturdy boots: the trail to Lusen's summit crosses granite boulder fields and can be slippery when wet.
- The summit plateau is known for the Lusen 'rock bridge' and a sea of lichen-covered granite - it's spectacular in clear weather.
- In winter expect deep snow and winter-hiking conditions; some routes are closed or require snowshoes.
Best Time to Visit Lusen (Bavaria)#
Summer for hiking and winter for snow-covered alpine scenery; pack for quickly changing weather.
Weather & Climate near Lusen (Bavaria)#
Lusen (Bavaria)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1434 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - -1° | -10° | 129 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -7° - 0° | -9° | 99 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -4° - 2° | -6° | 117 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 6° | -2° | 94 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 99 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 139 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 8° - 17° | 13° | 163 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 9° - 17° | 13° | 122 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 5° - 13° | 7° | 108 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 9° | 2° | 96 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -3° - 3° | -5° | 116 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -5° - 0° | -8° | 152 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
