Schober group
Mountains Hohe Tauern mountain group with rugged alpine peaks
A compact group of peaks in the Eastern Alps favored by climbers and alpine hikers; the Schober group offers rugged terrain, glacial cirques and multi‑day mountaineering routes.
The Schober group is a mountain group within the Hohe Tauern in the Eastern Alps of Austria, notable for its rugged alpine terrain and popularity with mountaineers. It forms part of the complex of high ranges in East Tyrol and adjacent areas.
Rugged peaks, steep ridges and high-alpine routes define the area, with marked trails and alpine-hut networks used as bases for ascents and multi-day treks. The terrain is primarily alpine rock and scree with snowfields at higher elevations, attracting climbers and experienced hikers rather than casual walkers.
The range is the result of the Alpine orogeny and subsequent glacial sculpting over millions of years. Human use has centered on seasonal alpine travel, shepherding and mountaineering since the 19th century as alpinism developed in the Eastern Alps.
Geographically it lies in East Tyrol in Austria, within the Hohe Tauern sector of the Eastern Alps, and is accessed from valley towns in the Lienz area and nearby mountain valleys.
- Access: Alpine routes are mostly for experienced hikers and climbers; summer conditions are the main season for access.
- Best time: Weather can change rapidly at elevation; mountain huts operate on a seasonal schedule and are the usual base for multi-day trips.
How to Get to Schober group #
Common access points are from the valleys of Lienz and Heiligenblut; drives into the Hohe Tauern region followed by marked trails or hut approaches are typical. Local alpine club huts provide bases for longer climbs.
Tips for Visiting Schober group #
- Bring an alpine map and be prepared for glaciated terrain on longer traverses-weather changes quickly.
- Many summits in the Schober group are reached from the Grossglockner/Heiligenblut side-use mountain huts for overnighting on multi-day routes.
- Check current conditions with local alpine clubs (ÖAV) before attempting high routes.
Best Time to Visit Schober group #
Best in summer for mountaineering and hut-to-hut traverses; autumn offers solitude but requires caution for early snow.
Weather & Climate near Schober group #
Schober group's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1555 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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