Wiedersberger Horn
Mountain Alpine mountain peak in Tyrol, popular for skiing
Wiedersberger Horn in Tyrol forms part of the Alpbachtal skyline and is accessed by lifts and trails - hikers and skiers use its routes and summit viewpoints.
Wiedersberger Horn is a mountain in Tyrol, Austria, rising to about 2,127 metres and forming part of the local Alpbachtal/Auffach ski and hiking terrain. It is a prominent peak used for alpine recreation year round.
Alpine recreation is the main draw. Ski slopes and marked winter runs serve the summit area and connect into the Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau network. In summer there are maintained hiking trails and panoramic viewpoints around the peak.
The mountain is a natural feature rather than a constructed site. Infrastructure such as lifts and a gondola have been installed to serve tourism and winter sports, and trails have been developed for summer access.
The Wiedersberger Horn sits above the village areas of the Alpbachtal valley in Tyrol, near the villages of Alpbach and Auffach. It is in the Kitzbühel-Alps region of western Austria and is accessed from valley stations in the Alpbach/Auffach area.
- Elevation: The summit reaches 2,127 metres and is part of a local ski and hiking area.
- Access: A gondola and lift infrastructure gives direct access to the upper slopes and summit area in both winter and summer.
How to Get to Wiedersberger Horn #
The Wiedersberger Horn is accessed from the Alpbach/Wilder Kaiser region in Tyrol. Regional trains to Jenbach or Kufstein combined with local buses or car driving take visitors to valley stations; lift services operate seasonally for summer hikers and winter skiers.
Tips for Visiting Wiedersberger Horn #
- Summer offers the best trail conditions; in winter check local avalanche bulletin and route closures.
- Try the early morning ascent for calmer air and fewer hikers on the main ridge.
- If attempting technical ridgelines, hire a certified mountain guide familiar with Tyrolean routes.
Best Time to Visit Wiedersberger Horn #
Summer for hiking and winter for snow sports; consult local lift and weather services for exact dates.
Weather & Climate near Wiedersberger Horn #
Wiedersberger Horn'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 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1306 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (98 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 (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
