Mohnenfluh Mountain
Alpine peak in Vorarlberg, part of Rätikon range
A sharp Vorarlberg summit in the Allgäu Alps, Mohnenfluh attracts hikers and alpine walkers to its ridges and seasonal mountain pastures overlooking the Bregenzerwald.
Mohnenfluh at a Glance#
How to Get to Mohnenfluh#
Mohnenfluh is accessed via trailheads in the Bregenzerwald region of Vorarlberg. Common approaches start from villages such as Schröcken or Warth; regional buses serve the valley towns in summer. From Bregenz, expect a 1-1.5 hour drive to trailheads depending on which route is chosen.
Tips for Visiting Mohnenfluh#
- Check local hut and route conditions in the Bregenzerwald or from Schröcken before attempting a summit - weather can change rapidly.
- In winter the route requires alpine skills and avalanche awareness; treat it like a proper ski-mountaineering objective.
- Photographers should linger at early morning when the first light strikes the limestone flanks.
Best Time to Visit Mohnenfluh#
Climbable in summer and an objective for ski-mountaineers in winter; check local conditions before setting out.
Weather & Climate near Mohnenfluh#
Mohnenfluh's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1620 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
