Pölven
Mountain Wooded Tyrolean mountain popular for hikes
A low mountain ridge in Tyrol with marked hiking routes and panoramic views of surrounding Alpine peaks. Visitors come for day hikes, wildflower meadows in summer and straightforward ascents that need no technical gear.
How to Get to Pölven #
Pölven is reachable from the towns of Angerberg or Kirchbichl in Tyrol. From Kufstein, take the B173/B178 roads southwest to Kirchbichl (about 15-20 minutes by car), then local roads toward Angerberg; parking is available in village trailheads. Regional buses connect Kufstein and nearby towns - check local schedules. Approaches on foot vary by route; most hikes begin at village trailheads within 2-6 km of parking.
Tips for Visiting Pölven #
- Wear layers - the Pölven ridge can be windy even in summer
- If approaching from Angerberg, start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms in summer
- Bring a topo map or GPS - some paths fork and signage is modest
Best Time to Visit Pölven #
A mountain destination best visited in late spring through early autumn for trail access; winter routes require alpine equipment.
Weather & Climate near Pölven #
Pölven's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1235 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.