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Thursday 23 July

Pfaffenscharte

2854 m s.l.m.

NNW 18 km/h Moderate Gusts 84 km/h

87% Rain chance 8 mm

03:41 Sunrise

18:56 Sunset

7-day trend

max temp. min temp. mm of rain %chance of rain

Weather Pfaffenscharte: Weather forecast for Thursday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

23:00

3° Felt -0°

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6 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 35

Humidity75%

0°C3190m

00:00

3° Felt -0°

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6 km/h WNW · Weak Gusts 33

Humidity72%

0°C3180m

01:00

2° Felt -1°

0.2 mm

6 km/h WNW · Weak Gusts 36

Humidity76%

0°C3120m

02:00

2° Felt -2°

0.2 mm

7 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 41

Humidity82%

0°C3070m

03:00

1° Felt -2°

0.2 mm

8 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 47

Humidity87%

0°C3010m

04:00

1° Felt -2°

0.2 mm

9 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 53

Humidity87%

0°C2980m

05:00

1° Felt -2°

0.2 mm

9 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 59

Humidity86%

0°C2950m

06:00

2° Felt -2°

0.2 mm

9 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 63

Humidity85%

0°C2920m

07:00

2° Felt -2°

0.9 mm

10 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 63

Humidity85%

0°C2900m

08:00

2° Felt -2°

0.9 mm

11 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 63

Humidity86%

0°C2870m

09:00

2° Felt -2°

0.9 mm

12 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 63

Humidity86%

0°C2850m

10:00

2° Felt -2°

0.82 mm

13 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 70

Humidity82%

0°C2755m

11:00

3° Felt -2°

0.75 mm

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 78

Humidity77%

0°C2710m

12:00

3° Felt -1°

0.68 mm

15 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 83

Humidity74%

0°C2723m

13:00

3° Felt -2°

0.4 mm

15 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 84

Humidity71%

0°C2770m

14:00

2° Felt -3°

0.4 mm

17 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 82

Humidity70%

0°C2730m

15:00

2° Felt -3°

0.4 mm

18 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 81

Humidity72%

0°C2700m

16:00

1° Felt -4°

0.2 mm

18 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 81

Humidity77%

0°C2670m

17:00

-0° Felt -5°

0.2 mm

18 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 82

Humidity85%

0°C2640m

18:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.2 mm

17 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 82

Humidity90%

0°C2610m

19:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

17 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 79

Humidity90%

0°C2610m

20:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

16 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 75

Humidity88%

0°C2600m

21:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

16 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 72

Humidity87%

0°C2600m

22:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

15 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 70

Humidity88%

0°C2600m

23:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

15 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 68

Humidity89%

0°C2610m

00:00

-1° Felt -6°

0.1 mm

15 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity90%

0°C2610m

01:00

-1° Felt -6°

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14 km/h N · Moderate Gusts 65

Humidity90%

0°C2610m

Last update: 18 July 2026 18:33

Discovering Pfaffenscharte

Pfaffenscharte, located at approximately 2,660 meters above sea level, is a spectacular mountain pass between the Ahrntal and the Zillertal, nestled in the heart of the Zillertaler Alpen. This alpine crossing, accessible from Kasern, offers one of South Tyrol’s most panoramic and wild hiking experiences, immersed in the untouched landscapes of the Naturpark Rieserferner-Ahrn.

The trail to Pfaffenscharte is demanding and suited for experienced hikers, with steep sections and breathtaking views of peaks such as Großer Löffler, Schwarzenstein, and Hochgall. The route winds through alpine meadows, glacial streams, and historic mountain huts, often included in longer treks like the Neves Höhenweg or as a stage toward the Rifugio Brigata Tridentina, one of the most scenic shelters in the region.

The Ahrntal is renowned for its authenticity and deep-rooted mining and farming traditions. Beyond hiking, visitors can explore the Mineralienmuseum Kirchler in St. Johann, the Klimastollen Prettau, and the famous Reinbachfälle near Sand in Taufers. Numerous alpine huts offer traditional South Tyrolean cuisine and warm hospitality, making every excursion a full experience of nature and culture.