Weissfluh
Mountain Alpine peak in Grisons, Swiss ski and research site
Alpine summit in Grisons above Davos with cable-car access; visitors ski in winter, hike high trails in summer and use viewpoints for broad alpine panoramas.
Weissfluh is a mountain in the canton of Grisons (Graubünden) in eastern Switzerland, part of the Plessur Alps near the resort town of Davos. It forms part of the local alpine landscape used for recreation.
The area around Weissfluh is used for alpine recreation including marked hiking routes in summer and established ski terrain in winter, with viewpoints that look toward Davos and surrounding valleys. Trails and winter runs provide accessible alpine terrain for a range of abilities.
As a natural feature the peak has no constructed founding date; its slopes and ridges have been gradually developed for winter sports and summer hiking over the 20th century.
Weissfluh lies close to Davos in the Plessur Alps of Graubünden in eastern Switzerland, forming part of the high terrain above the town and visible from the Davos valley.
How to Get to Weissfluh #
Reach the Davos valley by train on the Rhaetian Railway (for example from Landquart); from Davos Platz the mountain lifts provide access to Weissfluh/Weissfluhjoch. The valley lift station in Davos is a short walk from the town/railway station and runs up toward the Weissfluh summit area via cable car/funicular.
By car: Davos is reachable by road from Landquart in about 40-60 minutes depending on conditions; once in Davos the lift valley station is within the town and an easy walk from the centre.
Tips for Visiting Weissfluh #
- Take the Weissfluhbahn cable car from Davos to reach the Weissfluhjoch area quickly - the lift gives panoramic views and saves a long ascent from town.
- Start early to catch clearer alpine vistas before the typical afternoon cloud build‑up; early departures also avoid the busiest lift times during summer and ski season.
- Beyond the summit station, follow the short ridge paths and marked trails - many hikers miss the easier plateau walks that offer wide views without technical climbing.
Best Time to Visit Weissfluh #
Weissfluh is best visited in winter for skiing or in summer for hiking and mountain scenery, depending on the activity you choose.
Weather & Climate near Weissfluh #
Weissfluh's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1543 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
