Männliflue
Mountain Alpine summit in the Bernese Oberland
A peak in the Bernese Alps, Männliflue attracts hikers and climbers with alpine trails, rock faces and broad valley views.
How to Get to Männliflue #
Männliflue lies in the Bernese Oberland region. The usual approach is from the valley villages served by the regional rail and PostBus network: travel to Meiringen or Adelboden, then use local buses or mountain roads to reach a trailhead. From the nearest village trailheads the ridge is usually a day-hike; check local maps and alpine route guides for exact approach trails and estimated times.
Tips for Visiting Männliflue #
- Check local mountain-weather forecasts before heading up; conditions can change rapidly even on a short hike.
- Wear solid hiking boots - trails are narrow and rocky; gaiters help if the scree is fresh.
- Photographers: the dawn light on the ridge brings out the rock faces; aim for early-morning access to avoid afternoon storms.
Best Time to Visit Männliflue #
Visit in the alpine summer for hiking and stable weather; late spring and early autumn offer fewer crowds but more variable conditions.
Weather & Climate near Männliflue #
Männliflue's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1388 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.