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Note that public transport in Austria requires the dog wear a muzzle, as do some large gondola lifts in Germany.

Climate

The climate in the Bavarian Alps is characterised by relatively cool summers (although temperatures can go past 30˚C) with high rainfall and mild winters which usually bring plenty of snow. This is largely due to the influence of the prevailing westerly winds which deposit moist oceanic air masses in the form of clouds on the northern fringes of the Alps. Precipitation in the valleys can be as high as 1500mm per annum and in the alpine regions as high as 2500mm. In other words, waterproof gear is essential.

A guarantee for fine weather, however, is the Föhn (known as Chinook in the American Rockies). This dry, warm wind brings crystal-clear air and blue skies to the mountains when the lowlands to the north are hidden below a thick blanket of cloud. It makes its presence felt especially in autumn, one of the best times to go walking.

Note When walking in the Alps remember that with every 100m of altitude the temperature drops by up to 1°C.