Totenkopf (hill)
Mountain Forested hill in Baden-Württemberg, panoramic hiking views
In the Kaiserstuhl range, Totenkopf is the area’s highest hill with vantage over vineyards and the Rhine plain; hikers and wine tourists use trails and lookout towers to study the local landscape.
How to Get to Totenkopf (hill) #
Drive via the B10 and local roads from nearby towns such as Kandel or Landau; parking is available at trailheads. Regional buses run to villages around the hill-check local transit for schedules.
Tips for Visiting Totenkopf (hill) #
- Wear sturdy shoes-Totenkopf trails are steep and rocky in places.
- Early morning visits reward with clearer views across the Rhine valley before afternoon haze.
- Bring a map: some paths split and signage can be sparse on lesser-used trails.
Best Time to Visit Totenkopf (hill) #
Spring and autumn are the best times to hike Totenkopf to avoid summer heat and winter ice on trails.
Weather & Climate near Totenkopf (hill) #
Totenkopf (hill)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1092 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (109 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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