Mieming Range Mountains
Alpine mountain range in Tyrol, popular for hiking
The Mieming Range in Tyrol presents alpine hiking, via‑ferrata routes and ski terrain; mountain huts and marked trails attract climbers and summer walkers.
Mieming Range at a Glance#
Address: Mieming Range, Tyrol, Austria
About Mieming Range#
The Mieming Range, locally called the Mieminger Kette, is a mountain chain in Tyrol, Austria and part of the Northern Limestone Alps. It forms a notable compact ridge to the north of the Inn Valley.
The range offers alpine routes, hiking and climbing on limestone ridges and peaks. Trails and mountain huts provide access to upland terrain and viewpoints over the Inn Valley.
The Mieming Range has been part of regional alpine use for pasture, forestry and mountaineering since historic times, and became incorporated into modern recreational mountain infrastructure in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Situated in Tyrol in western Austria, the range lies north of the Inn Valley and near towns along the valley corridor, making it accessible from regional transport routes.
- Local name: Part of the Northern Limestone Alps in Tyrol and locally known as the Mieminger Kette.
How to Get to Mieming Range#
Reach the Mieming Range from Innsbruck or Imst by regional buses or car via the A12/E60 and local state roads. Park at established trailheads and use marked trails maintained by local alpine clubs.
Tips for Visiting Mieming Range#
- Choose trails signed by local alpine clubs for the safest routes and up-to-date conditions.
- Arrive early during summer to secure parking at popular trailheads.
- Bring a topo map - the range's valleys can be deceptively similar and shelters are widely spaced.
Best Time to Visit Mieming Range#
Best from June to September for hiking; winter is for experienced snow travelers.
Weather & Climate near Mieming Range#
Mieming Range's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1441 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -4° | -14° | 101 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -4° | -14° | 93 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -9° - -2° | -12° | 119 mm | overcast | 83% | 5.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 124 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 125 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 1° - 8° | 2° | 152 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 142 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -6° - -1° | -10° | 116 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -3° | -12° | 113 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
