Waxenstein Mountain
Mountain peak in Bavaria popular with hikers
A rugged peak in Bavaria's alpine foothills, Waxenstein attracts climbers and hikers to its limestone faces, scrambling routes and high‑alpine viewpoints above nearby valleys and mountain villages.
Waxenstein at a Glance#
Address: Waxenstein (Waxenstein), Bavaria, Germany
How to Get to Waxenstein#
Waxenstein is in the Bavarian Prealps near towns such as Garmisch-Partenkirchen; access is by regional roads and trailheads commonly used by local climbers. Regional trains to nearby towns and local buses connect to trailhead villages.
Tips for Visiting Waxenstein#
- The Waxenstein ridge is best attempted with alpine weather forecasts on hand-conditions change quickly.
- Local huts provide shelter and traditional Alpine food-book ahead during summer weekends.
- Photography at sunrise reveals dramatic shadows across the limestone faces.
Best Time to Visit Waxenstein#
Summer and early autumn are the prime months for alpine activities and clearer mountain weather.
Weather & Climate near Waxenstein#
Waxenstein'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 (1281 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -8° - -2° | -10° | 76 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -8° - -2° | -10° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - 1° | -7° | 92 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -3° - 3° | -4° | 98 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 2° - 9° | 2° | 115 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 4° - 12° | 6° | 152 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 7° - 14° | 10° | 159 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 7° - 14° | 11° | 144 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 11° | 5° | 104 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 7° | 1° | 85 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -4° - 1° | -6° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - -1° | -9° | 88 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
