Thaneller
Mountain Tyrolean mountain popular with hikers and panoramic views
In Tyrol’s Lechtal Alps, the Thaneller is a limestone peak popular for day hikes, ridge walking and seasonal snowshoeing, offering extensive views over the Lechtal valley and nearby Allgäu foothills.
Thaneller is a mountain in Tyrol in western Austria with a summit elevation of about 2,341 metres. It is a prominent local peak that is commonly climbed from nearby valleys and villages for panoramic alpine views.
Trails of varying difficulty lead to the summit and surrounding ridges; the mountain is popular with hikers in the summer months and for snow travel in winter where conditions allow. Approaches start from nearby Tyrolean villages and alpine parking points.
The mountain forms part of the Northern Limestone Alps landscape in Tyrol and is set above the local valleys, offering views across neighbouring ranges and to the Vorarlberg and Allgäu regions on clear days.
Thaneller lies within the Tyrol federal state, accessible by road from regional towns and served by local trailheads for hikers and mountaineers.
- Elevation: Summit elevation is 2,341 metres, making it a notable peak in the Tyrolean Alps and a common objective for day hikes in the area.
How to Get to Thaneller #
Nearest town is Reutte; from Reutte or the nearby villages, trailheads are accessible by local roads. Park near marked trailheads and follow standard hiking signage for the Thaneller routes.
Tips for Visiting Thaneller #
- Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms; the climb involves sections of exposed scrambling.
- From the summit, watch for views into the Lechtal and toward the Allgäu Alps on clear days.
- Wear sturdy boots-terrain can be grassy and slippery after rain.
Best Time to Visit Thaneller #
June through September offers the safest hiking conditions; weather in the Tannheim/Allgäu border ranges can change quickly.
Weather & Climate near Thaneller #
Thaneller's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1346 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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