Mattstock Mountain
Alpine peak in St. Gallen popular with hikers
A crag above Walensee, Mattstock attracts hikers and climbers with a ridge path and wide views over the lake and surrounding Alps. Summer routes cross alpine meadows and seasonal wildflowers.
Mattstock at a Glance#
Address: Mattstock, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland
About Mattstock#
Mattstock is a mountain in the Canton of St. Gallen in eastern Switzerland, standing above nearby valleys and the Walensee region.
The peak is a local destination for hiking and offers panoramic views over the Walensee and surrounding Alpine foothills; routes approach from several valleys and ridgelines. Terrain is typical of the pre-Alpine landscape with steep slopes and rocky outcrops.
The mountain is part of the regional alpine landscape and has long been used for grazing and recreation; contemporary use focuses on outdoor activities such as hiking and mountaineering.
Mattstock sits in eastern Switzerland within Canton St. Gallen, overlooking the Walensee area and surrounded by other pre-Alpine peaks and valleys.
- Outdoor activities: Popular with hikers and day visitors for ridge walks and views over the Walensee and surrounding valleys; trails vary in steepness and are used year-round with caution in winter.
How to Get to Mattstock#
Access from small villages in the Toggenburg valley; road approaches are well-signed and local bus services serve trailhead villages in summer.
Tips for Visiting Mattstock#
- Weather can change abruptly - bring layers and waterproofs.
- The trails are steep in sections; poles may help on descents.
- For walkers from Eastern Switzerland, approach from the Toggenburg valley for straightforward routes.
Best Time to Visit Mattstock#
Best in summer for hiking and in winter for snow activities; check local avalanche forecasts in winter.
Weather & Climate near Mattstock#
Mattstock's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1943 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - 1° | -7° | 129 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 1° | -8° | 122 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 132 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 4° | -3° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 10° | 3° | 170 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 13° | 7° | 203 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 215 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 12° | 200 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 169 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 147 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 4° | -4° | 154 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 143 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
