Simmenfälle
Waterfall Series of waterfalls and alpine gorge in Bernese Oberland
The Simmenfälle waterfalls in the Bernese Oberland form part of mountain hikes in the Simmental valley; visitors stop for cascades, alpine meadows and routes toward Lenk.
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How to Get to Simmenfälle #
The Simmenfälle are reached from the Simmental valley; the town of Lenk im Simmental is a common base. Local roads lead to small car parks and trailheads-follow signs from Lenk or nearby Zweisimmen. Regional trains and buses serve the valley; from the nearest station it is a short walk to the falls.
Tips for Visiting Simmenfälle #
- The falls are best seen from the marked footpaths; the geology is fragile so stay on the trails.
- Combine the visit with a hike in the Simmental valley-local alpine meadows and chalets are cultural as well as scenic.
- Bring a waterproof jacket-the spray and microclimate near the falls keep things damp even on sunny days.
Best Time to Visit Simmenfälle #
The Simmenfälle are most dramatic from late spring through summer when snowmelt swells the cascades; autumn offers colour and fewer people.
Weather & Climate near Simmenfälle #
Simmenfälle's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1090 mm/year), wettest in June, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
