Schänzlespitze

Mountain Forest-covered summit in southern Germany, hiking routes

A Bavarian peak, Schänzlespitze offers hiking routes and viewpoints for walkers exploring the pre‑Alpine landscape and nearby villages.

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Schänzlespitze
47.4167, 10.4667

How to Get to Schänzlespitze #

Reach the area via regional roads from nearby Bavarian towns; local trailheads are usually accessible from small village parking areas. Consult regional hiking maps for exact routes and difficulty levels.

Tips for Visiting Schänzlespitze #

  • Expect steep sections and short exposed ridgelines; good footwear recommended.
  • Local maps sometimes label multiple minor peaks similarly - use GPS or a local map for clarity.
  • Weekdays keep the trails quieter; weekends attract more regional hikers.

Best Time to Visit Schänzlespitze #

Visit in summer and early autumn for the most reliable conditions.

Summer (Jun-Sep)
Jun-Sep · 8-20°C
Best hiking weather with stable trail conditions.
Autumn (Sep-Oct)
Sep-Oct · 2-12°C
Clear air and reduced visitor numbers make it a pleasant time to visit.

Weather & Climate near Schänzlespitze #

Climate

Schänzlespitze's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1332 mm/year), wettest in July.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
16°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8° -1°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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