Stätzerhorn
Mountain Grisons peak offering alpine hiking and ski pistes
Peak above Lenzerheide in Graubünden served by lifts to hiking and ski terrain. Visitors use it for mountain biking, Nordic trails and panoramic looks across Alpine valleys.
Stätzerhorn is a mountain in the canton of Grisons (Graubünden), eastern Switzerland, forming part of the alpine landscape near the Lenzerheide area. It is a prominent local summit used for hiking in summer and ski activities in winter.
Trails lead to the summit from nearby valleys and resort areas, and the mountain is commonly visited as part of the Lenzerheide recreational network. The terrain includes alpine pastures, rocky sections and panoramic viewpoints over surrounding ranges.
The peak developed as a destination through local alpine recreation infrastructure rather than as a constructed site; its use is primarily outdoor recreation and mountain tourism. Seasonal lift and trail maintenance support access.
Geographically it sits above the Lenzerheide basin in Grisons, within the alpine region of eastern Switzerland, and is accessed from nearby resort villages and mountain transport links.
- Recreation access: Summit and slopes are integrated into the Lenzerheide/Arosa ski and hiking region, with marked trails and seasonal lift access.
How to Get to Stätzerhorn #
Accessible from regional transport hubs in Grisons; local cable cars and lifts serve nearby resorts, with trailheads linked by bus and local roads. Check local transport timetables for connections.
Tips for Visiting Stätzerhorn #
- Start early to avoid afternoon convective weather which can close ridgelines to visibility.
- Many routes require basic alpine gear; check hut status and local trail advisories.
Best Time to Visit Stätzerhorn #
Summer months are safest for most walkers; winter requires technical equipment.
Weather & Climate near Stätzerhorn #
Stätzerhorn's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1643 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
