Muttler
Mountain Prominent Samnaun Alps peak popular with hikers
High in the Samnaun Alps near the Austria-Switzerland border, Muttler attracts hikers and ski-mountaineers for alpine ridges and wide views over the Engadine and neighboring peaks.
Muttler is a mountain in the canton of Graubünden (Grisons) in eastern Switzerland and is the highest peak of the Samnaun Alps with an elevation of about 3,294 metres. It is a prominent, rocky summit used as a landmark in the border region with Austria.
The mountain is approached by alpine routes and scrambling ridges rather than by lift infrastructure; ascents require mountain experience and appropriate equipment. From the summit there are wide views across neighbouring mountain groups and the valleys below.
The peak has long been part of local alpine mountaineering routes and is accessed from valleys and villages in the Samnaun area. Over time climbing and shepherding have been the human activities associated with the slopes.
Muttler sits in eastern Switzerland near the village of Samnaun and close to the Austrian border, within the high Alpine landscape of Graubünden.
- Summit note: The summit reaches the highest point of the Samnaun Alps and is a notable objective for alpine hikers in eastern Switzerland.
Tips for Visiting Muttler #
- Aim to climb in stable summer conditions (July-September) when snow and ice are least likely on higher sections; always check local mountain-weather and route reports before setting out.
- Start very early to avoid the common afternoon thunderstorms in the Alps and to maximise visibility from the summit across the Samnaun and Engadin valleys.
- Use official trailheads and published route descriptions or a local alpine guide - ridges can be exposed and conditions change quickly, so follow marked paths and up-to-date alpine advice.
Best Time to Visit Muttler #
Summer is best for hiking and clear alpine conditions; winter is for experienced ski-touring and snow travel with appropriate gear.
Weather & Climate near Muttler #
Muttler's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 7°C. Abundant rainfall (1344 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -14°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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