Steile Wand

Cliff Steep cliff or escarpment in Lower Saxony

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Steile Wand
51.7961, 10.5168

How to Get to Steile Wand #

Accessible by rural roads off the B? regional network in southern Lower Saxony; parking is often informal. The nearest town center is typically a short drive, with limited bus service - check local maps and municipal hiking guides for precise access points.

Tips for Visiting Steile Wand #

  • Wear sturdy shoes if exploring rock faces or informal trails around the site.
  • Respect private land - many geological features in Lower Saxony are on grazed or privately owned parcels.
  • Bring a topographic map or GPS; trails can be faint and signage inconsistent.

Best Time to Visit Steile Wand #

Outdoor geological sites are dictated by weather - aim for dry conditions to safely explore exposed sections.

Late spring to early autumn
May-September · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Best weather for exploring cliffside walks and exposed rock faces.
Winter (for photographers)
December-February · -2-6°C (28-43°F)
Snow can accentuate striations and make the landscape austere, but access may be harder.

Weather & Climate near Steile Wand #

Climate

Steile Wand's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1468 mm/year), wettest in December.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
8.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
8.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (173 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
8.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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