Ponten (mountain) Mountain
Bavarian mountain in the Allgäu Alps region
A Bavarian mountain frequented by hikers for alpine meadows, ridge paths and valley viewpoints; accessible trails make it a day objective in the region's uplands.
Ponten (mountain) at a Glance#
Address: Ponten (Bavaria), Germany
Hours: Open year‑round (mountain access)
Admission: Free
How to Get to Ponten (mountain)#
Access by regional roads in Bavaria; nearest larger towns provide parking and trailheads. Use local maps and signage from Bavarian hiking networks to reach official paths.
Tips for Visiting Ponten (mountain)#
- Local weather can change rapidly-check forecasts before heading up and be prepared for fog.
- Use the official trailheads and avoid alpine meadows during wet seasons to prevent erosion.
- If hiking, bring a map and compass; some paths are only loosely marked.
Best Time to Visit Ponten (mountain)#
Summer and early autumn are ideal for hiking; winter is for experienced mountaineers.
Weather & Climate near Ponten (mountain)#
Ponten (mountain)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1405 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - 0° | -8° | 87 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -7° - 0° | -8° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -5° - 3° | -5° | 97 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 5° | -1° | 108 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 3° - 11° | 5° | 127 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 6° - 14° | 8° | 163 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 173 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 160 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 5° - 13° | 8° | 115 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 2° - 9° | 3° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -3° - 3° | -4° | 101 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - 1° | -7° | 98 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
