Schwarzhorn (Flüela) Mountain

Alpine peak in Grisons offering glacier and ridge routes

An alpine summit above the Flüela Pass in Graubünden, Switzerland, providing hiking routes and high-country panoramas; walkers use it for day routes and multi-pass treks.

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Schwarzhorn (Flüela) at a Glance#

About Schwarzhorn (Flüela)#

Schwarzhorn (Flüela) is an alpine mountain in the canton of Grisons (Graubünden), eastern Switzerland, located near the Flüela Pass. It is part of the high Alpine landscape of the Rhaetian Alps and forms a visible summit above the pass road.

The mountain is primarily visited by hikers and alpine walkers from the Flüela Pass or neighbouring valleys; routes are typical alpine trails with rocky sections and seasonal snow. Views from the ridge take in surrounding peaks and the valley systems of eastern Graubünden.

As a natural mountain it does not have built heritage but has been used for traditional alpine grazing and seasonal recreational use; safety depends on alpine experience and weather conditions. The summit and approaches lie within the high-mountain areas accessible from the Flüela road corridor and local trail network.

Geographically the peak stands in eastern Switzerland near the Flüela Pass, linking the Davos region with the Engadine and surrounding valleys.

  • Access from Flüela Pass: Close access from the Flüela Pass makes it a common objective for day hikers and ski tourers when conditions permit.

How to Get to Schwarzhorn (Flüela)#

The Schwarzhorn (Flüela) is accessed from the Flüela Pass area in Graubünden. Drive from Davos up (or from the Engadin side) along the Flüelapass road to the pass parking area; from there marked alpine trails lead toward Schwarzhorn (this is a mountain hike). In summer months PostBus/regional bus services may run from Davos to the pass; check seasonal timetables. Be prepared for alpine conditions and limited services outside summer.

Tips for Visiting Schwarzhorn (Flüela)#

  • Start from the Flüela Pass road (Flüelapass) where the usual trailheads and parking are located-this is the standard, shortest access for Schwarzhorn (Flüela).
  • Begin very early in summer to get ahead of afternoon alpine storms and to avoid the small but steady flow of hikers arriving later in the day.
  • Check seasonal access: Flüela Pass is often closed or snowbound in winter and early spring, so confirm the pass road is open before planning an ascent.

Best Time to Visit Schwarzhorn (Flüela)#

Visit Scharzhorn in summer for the most reliable access and snow-free trails; winter is for experienced mountaineers only.

Summer (best for hiking and alpine access)
June-September · ~5-15°C (41-59°F) at higher elevations
Trails and passes are most likely to be clear of snow and suitable for hiking and scrambling; stable summer weather offers best views.
Shoulder seasons (variable conditions)
May and October · ~0-10°C (32-50°F)
Weather can change rapidly; lower visitor numbers but some snow or early-season closures at higher elevations are possible.
Winter (snow and alpine conditions)
November-April · ~-10-0°C (14-32°F)
Snow-covered terrain-access limited to experienced winter mountaineers or ski tourers with proper equipment and avalanche awareness.

Weather & Climate near Schwarzhorn (Flüela)#

Climate

Schwarzhorn (Flüela)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -14°C to 8°C. Abundant rainfall (1301 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -13° - -7° -18° 104 mm partly cloudy 87% 5.4 m/s 0.2 low 8.9h
February Poor -14° - -7° -18° 89 mm partly cloudy 89% 5.2 m/s 0.3 low 10.2h
March Poor -12° - -6° -16° 107 mm partly cloudy 90% 5.0 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.8h
April Poor -9° - -4° -13° 102 mm overcast 84% 4.6 m/s 1.0 high 13.4h
May Poor -5° - 1° -7° 96 mm overcast 80% 4.1 m/s 1.3 high 14.8h
June Poor -2° - 5° -3° 125 mm overcast 77% 3.8 m/s 1.7 very high 15.6h
July Poor 1° - 8° 1° 136 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.8 m/s 1.7 very high 15.2h
August Poor 1° - 8° 2° 126 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.5 m/s 1.4 high 14.0h
September Poor -2° - 5° -2° 107 mm partly cloudy 81% 3.9 m/s 1.0 moderate 12.4h
October Poor -4° - 2° -6° 93 mm partly cloudy 83% 4.4 m/s 0.5 low 10.7h
November Poor -9° - -4° -13° 108 mm partly cloudy 87% 5.2 m/s 0.2 low 9.3h
December Poor -12° - -6° -16° 108 mm partly cloudy 87% 5.5 m/s 0.1 low 8.5h