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Riesachfälle

Waterfall

Riesachfälle in Styria marks a sequence of mountain waterfalls with forested trails; hikers visit for short walks and river scenery in the Styrian alpine foothills.

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Riesachfälle essentials

Country: Austria
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Euro (€)
Language: German, Croatian
Emergency: 133

Riesachfälle at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Riesachfälle

Best in late spring and summer for maximum flow; autumn offers quieter visits with rich colors.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-22°C
Peak waterfall flow from snowmelt; lush vegetation surrounds the falls.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 5-15°C
Crisp air and color-changing foliage give the falls a different character.

Weather & Climate near Riesachfälle

Climate

Riesachfälle's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1488 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 33 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -9° - -1° -9° 78 mm overcast 93% 2.8 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
February Poor -9° - 0° -9° 72 mm overcast 92% 3.0 m/s 0.3 low 10.1h
March Poor -6° - 2° -6° 104 mm overcast 87% 3.1 m/s 0.6 moderate 11.8h
April Poor -3° - 5° -2° 114 mm overcast 81% 2.9 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.5h
May Poor 2° - 11° 5° 129 mm overcast 80% 2.7 m/s 1.2 high 14.9h
June Poor 5° - 15° 8° 179 mm overcast 80% 2.5 m/s 1.5 very high 15.7h
July Acceptable 7° - 17° 12° 194 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.5 m/s 1.6 very high 15.3h
August Acceptable 7° - 17° 12° 167 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.3 m/s 1.3 high 14.1h
September Acceptable 4° - 13° 7° 137 mm partly cloudy 85% 2.5 m/s 0.8 moderate 12.4h
October Acceptable 0° - 9° 2° 106 mm partly cloudy 86% 2.6 m/s 0.5 low 10.7h
November Poor -4° - 3° -4° 108 mm overcast 90% 2.7 m/s 0.2 low 9.2h
December Poor -7° - 0° -8° 100 mm overcast 91% 2.8 m/s 0.1 low 8.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Riesachfälle

Riesachfälle are accessed from the Riesach Valley near the village of St. Martin am Grimming or nearby tourist centers in Styria. From Salzburg or Graz, drive toward the Schladming-Dachstein area and follow signs to the Riesach valley trailheads. Local public transport services run seasonally; a car is the most convenient option.

Tips for Visiting Riesachfälle

  • Early morning visits offer calmer water and better light for photographing the falls.
  • Wear waterproof footwear-the spray from the falls can make nearby paths slippery.
  • Combine with other short hikes in the Schladming-Dachstein area for a fuller day outdoors.