Schneibstein
Mountain Border peak popular for hikes and mountain views
A grassy summit on the Salzburg-Berchtesgaden border, Schneibstein is a day‑hiking destination known for accessible trails, panoramic alpine views and summer mountain routes.
The Schneibstein is a 2,276-metre peak in the Berchtesgaden Alps on the border between Bavaria, Germany and the state of Salzburg, Austria. It is a prominent, accessible summit favored for day hikes and panoramic ridge walks.
The mountain’s summit ridge provides wide views across the Berchtesgaden region, including sightlines to the Watzmann massif and surrounding alpine peaks. Routes to the top are non-technical in summer and commonly used by hikers and ski tourers in winter.
The peak forms part of the border range and is reached via trails from the Rossfeld plateau and from Austrian valley trailheads; the area is served by local mountain-route signage and alpine huts.
Schneibstein lies southeast of the city of Salzburg, within the Berchtesgaden/Salzburg borderlands and accessible from nearby towns in both Germany and Austria.
- Elevation and views: Summit elevation is 2,276 metres and the ridge is a popular, non-technical day-hike with panoramic views toward the Berchtesgaden Alps including the Watzmann massif.
- Access routes: Common approaches start from the Rossfeld road or from valley trailheads on the Austrian side; the summit lies on the Germany-Austria border area.
How to Get to Schneibstein #
Access from the Berchtesgaden or Salzburgerland areas; drive or take regional transport to trailheads near Maria Alm or Ramsau and follow marked paths. Cable cars in nearby valleys may shorten approaches.
Tips for Visiting Schneibstein #
- Use the marked trails from the valley of Bad Reichenhall or Maria Alm for clear signage.
- If planning a ridge traverse, check mountain hut opening times and reserve in advance during summer.
- Avoid late-afternoon starts due to frequent alpine afternoon storms.
Best Time to Visit Schneibstein #
Summer is the ideal season for hiking; winter requires alpine experience.
Weather & Climate near Schneibstein #
Schneibstein'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 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1477 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (194 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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