Madrisa Mountain
Alpine mountain near Klosters, popular ski area
Near Klosters in Graubünden, the Madrisa massif supports a cable car, summer hiking trails and winter ski slopes, offering alpine walks and panoramic valley views.
Madrisa at a Glance#
Address: Madrisa (mountain), Grisons (Graubünden), Switzerland
About Madrisa#
Madrisa is a mountain peak and small ski/hiking area in the canton of Graubünden, eastern Switzerland, located in the Rhaetian Alps near the village of Klosters. It is part of the local alpine recreation terrain used for day trips and winter sports.
The area offers marked hiking trails and summer alpine pastures, plus maintained slopes and beginner-friendly runs in winter. Facilities near the summit and mid-station provide panoramic viewpoints over nearby valleys and neighboring peaks.
The mountain has long been used by local communities for grazing and seasonal travel; modern recreational infrastructure developed in the 20th century with lifts and marked trails to serve tourists and skiers. Local alpine associations maintain routes and huts.
Sits above the Klosters valley in the canton of Graubünden, in eastern Switzerland. The nearest settlement is Klosters; the area lies within the Rhaetian Alps and overlooks adjacent valleys and alpine ridges.
- Access: Served by lift and trail access from nearby villages, making it a common day destination for hikers and families.
- Views and seasons: Alpine views extend across surrounding valleys and ridges; popular in summer for hiking and in winter for snow activities.
How to Get to Madrisa#
Madrisa can be reached from local towns in Graubünden (e.g., Klosters) via mountain lifts and local roads. Check regional transport (post buses and mountain railways) for seasonal schedules.
Tips for Visiting Madrisa#
- Madrisa is an alpine area - check local mountain transport schedules (cable cars) in winter and summer.
- If skiing or hiking, check avalanche and trail conditions with local guides in Davos or Klosters.
- For panoramic walks, combine Madrisa trails with neighbouring peaks visible across the Prättigau valley.
Best Time to Visit Madrisa#
Visit in winter for skiing and in summer for hiking; check lift and trail operations seasonally.
Weather & Climate near Madrisa#
Madrisa's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1609 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -11° - -5° | -15° | 125 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -5° | -15° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -10° - -4° | -13° | 125 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 4.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -8° - -1° | -10° | 128 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -3° - 4° | -4° | 119 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 157 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 3° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 160 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 134 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.9 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -3° - 4° | -4° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -8° - -1° | -11° | 132 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -10° - -3° | -13° | 133 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 5.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |