Rautispitz
Mountain Alpine peak in Glarus, popular hiking destination
A summit in the Glarus Alps, Rautispitz draws hikers for steep trails, alpine meadows and views over Walensee; climbs are typically summer walks from marked paths and mountain huts.
Rautispitz is a mountain in the Glarus region of eastern Switzerland, part of the Glarus Alps. It is a local summit popular with hikers and scramblers because of its relatively direct day routes and panoramic summit views.
Routes to the summit pass alpine pastures and rocky ridges and are commonly used as day hikes from nearby valley trailheads. The summit affords wide views over the Klöntalersee and parts of the Linth valley and Walensee region.
The mountain is used primarily for hiking and mountaineering in summer and shoulder seasons; winter ascents require alpine equipment. The approaches and trails link the summit area with nearby alpine lakes and valleys in the Canton of Glarus.
Rautispitz stands above the Klöntal and the Linth valley within the Canton of Glarus in eastern Switzerland and is approached from valley trailheads in the surrounding alpine landscape.
- Access and season: Trailheads for common ascents start from the Klöntal and the Linth valley side; summer is the main hiking season and snow persists on higher slopes into late spring.
How to Get to Rautispitz #
Take the S-Bahn or regional train to Murg (SG) on the Walensee; trailheads and signposted paths to Rautispitz start near the lakeshore and village.
Tips for Visiting Rautispitz #
- Start the standard route from Murg (St. Gallen) for the cleanest ascent and alpine views.
- Expect steep, loose sections on the final slopes - good footwear and trekking poles are advised.
- Check weather reports: the summit can be wind-swept and visibility changes quickly.
Best Time to Visit Rautispitz #
Summer months are the most reliable for hiking Rautispitz, when trails are snow-free and alpine huts are accessible.
Weather & Climate near Rautispitz #
Rautispitz's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2083 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (219 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (205 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
.jpg?width=600)
.jpg?width=600)
