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Summer holiday in the Montafon

Summer happiness in the mountains
Enchantingly beautiful

Crystal-clear mountain lakes, rugged rock formations and lovely meadow slopes - the region around St. Gallenkirch in the Montafon offers perfect conditions for all mountain sports enthusiasts and every taste: high alpine or glacier tours at the end of the valley for ambitious mountaineers, easy hikes at the beginning of the valley ideal for family holidays in the Montafon with children or fun for mountain bikers with fast, sporty off-road trails. For your summer holiday in the Montafon, the Genusshotel Vermala in St. Gallenkirch offers the best location opposite the Garfrescha cable car (only 350 m away) as access to the Silvretta Montafon.

 

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Summer exterior view of the Hotel Vermala in Montafon

Summer at Vermala

Summer holiday in St.Gallenkirch

The scent of fresh grass and the first glimpse in the morning is enchanting: the Vermala and the Montafon mountains in the lush green of summer - a dream summer holiday in Austria. Head out into nature: hiking, mountain biking, climbing or simply enjoying the scenery - your adventure starts right on the doorstep. In the afternoon, relax in the Montafon Nature SPA or enjoy a refreshing dip in the Sky Pool. Round off the perfect summer day in a cosy atmosphere on the terrace of our hotel bar Herzstück.

  • Free BergePlus adventure programme

  • Bike hire & mini convertible hire

  • 750 M2 Montafon nature SPA and garden area

  • 1,160 KM hiking trails | 60 bike routes

  • 350 metres to the Garfrescha cable car

  • Supervised children's programme from 6 years

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Bergeplus adventure programme

As a partner company, you can take part in numerous BergePLUS adventures in the Montafon free of charge as a Vermala guest . Look forward to varied guided tours for hiking, e-biking and via ferrata. The highly trained and experienced guides and state-certified mountain guides will show you a different side of the Montafon.

Supervised children's programme: a large selection of free all-day programmes for children aged 6 to 12.

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On the way from the middle station of the Versettlabahn cable car to Alpe Garnera, view towards Maisäß Ganeu

Hiking holiday in the Montafon

Enjoy the tranquillity of the mountains

The Montafon is a true paradise for hikers. With over 1,160 kilometres of well-marked hiking trails, the region in Vorarlberg offers countless opportunities to explore the impressive Alpine landscape on foot. Whether challenging mountain tours, leisurely valley walks or family-friendly themed trails - every hiker will find the perfect route in the Montafon. Enjoy breathtaking views, idyllic Alps and crystal-clear mountain lakes on your hiking holiday in Austria. The Vermala is the perfect starting point for hiking in the Silvretta Montafon. Discover the most beautiful hiking routes now and experience the diversity of this unique Montafon mountain world. We will be happy to help you choose a tour.

 

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Leisure WildPass

With the Montafon Brandnertal Freizeit-WildPass you cover all 21 cable cars in summer operation in the Montafon, Brandnertal, Klostertal, Walgau, Großes Walsertal & Paznaun-Sammnaun regions with 1 mountain railway ticket. In addition, numerous admissions and attractions for the Montafon-Brandnertal region are included - including public transport, 8 museums, 9 outdoor pools, the Silvretta High Alpine Road (toll exemption) and much more! The Freizeit-WildPass is available from 3 days.

Family-friendly promotion: In summer, children under 7 travel for free, but a ticket must be purchased for children aged 3 and over. Children under the age of 20 benefit from a discount of up to 40%.

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Group of cyclists at the Langsee during the Heilbronn Tour

Biking in the Montafon

Broadening the horizon on wheels

The Montafon is an Eldorado for bikers. With an extensive network of trails and cycle paths, the region offers ideal conditions for both mountain bikers and e-bikers. Whether you want to master challenging mountain routes or cruise leisurely through the valley - the Montafon has the right route for every level. We will be happy to help you plan your tour at the E-Bikehotel Vermala - because with over 67 bike tours covering 260 kilometres, it can be hard to decide.

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Vermala's bike hire

E-bike, mountain bike & mini convertible

Your plus on your Montafon summer holiday at the Vermala - grab one of our e-bikes and explore the mountains of the Montafon. For guaranteed biking fun, our hotel guests can hire e-bikes free of charge once per stay. For further bike days they are available at a special price. For a change, you can also hire our mini convertible for a spin on the Silvretta-Biehlerhöhe. In each case with advance reservation and subject to availability.

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Group at the climbing crag Gauablickhöhle

Climbing in the Montafon

Adrenalin & action-packed

The Montafon is a top destination for climbing enthusiasts and offers ideal conditions for an active holiday in Austria. The region attracts visitors with 7 varied climbing gardens and 25 impressive via ferratas that challenge both beginners and experienced alpinists. Whether you want to test your skills on natural rock faces or scale the summits on secured via ferratas - the Montafon offers climbing fun for every level. Enjoy the thrill of the breathtaking mountain scenery with no less than 21 three-thousand metre peaks and experience unforgettable moments on your climbing holiday in Austria. Discover the best spots for your climbing adventure in the Montafon now!

Overview of climbing in the Montafon

Tennis holiday in the Montafon

7 well-maintained clay tennis courts are available at the Montafon Tennis Club in Schruns. It is an 8-minute drive by car from the Genusshotel Vermala to the tennis court. The courts can be conveniently reserved online and you can simply pay the court hire fee on site at the drop box.

Tennis lessons can be arranged at short notice with tennis coach Samy. Polish your tennis technique during your tennis holiday in Austria. You can reach Samy on +43 650 552 9714.

Detailed view of golf ball and club

Golf holiday in the Montafon

Golfers get their money's worth in Vorarlberg. The Montafon Golf Club in Tschagguns - a 9-hole course - offers a unique golfing experience with views of the surrounding mountains and is just a 10-minute drive from the Vermala hotel. Guests can book tee times conveniently online or hit a few balls on the free driving range. On rainy days, the indoor golf simulator in Silbertal is an interesting alternative.

Montafon Guest Card

The Montafon Guest Card gives you numerous discounts in the Montafon and Vorarlberg. The highlights of the summer discounts are: Outdoor pools, Silvretta High Alpine Road toll card, Montafon museums, ski jump tour, and much more. You will receive your guest card at reception on arrival.

Family holiday in summer

Pure action

There's never a dull moment on holiday with the family at the Genusshotel Vermala in summer. Mountain experiences for young and old await in the Montafon - whether alpine highlights of the Silvretta Montafon cable cars right on the hotel doorstep or adventures in the region. The BergePLUS offer provides you with free, all-day supervised children's experiences. Click here for our selection and tips on the most exciting children's adventures for your family holiday in the Montafon

Discover Montafon children's adventures

Two children playing with water on the Hochjoch adventure mountain

Alpine World Nova

Two teenagers on the Alpine Coaster Golm

Alpine Coaster Golm

Child cycling on the Hochjoch flow trail

Bikepark Hochjoch

Outdoor pools and lakes

Guaranteed bathing fun

Experience pure swimming fun in the Montafon! The region offers a variety of picturesque outdoor pools and crystal-clear lakes that invite you to cool off on hot summer days. Whether swimming, sunbathing or simply enjoying the impressive mountain scenery - in the Montafon you will find ideal places for unforgettable summer days by the water. Discover the most beautiful outdoor pools, indoor pools and lakes in the Montafon.

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Hikers on the Madrisella summit trail in Montafon

Variety on your summer holiday

Experience the mountains in Vorarlberg

If you want to experience numerous alternative sports and leisure activities in addition to hiking and biking on your summer holiday in the Montafon in Vorarlberg, then St. Gallenkirch is the right place for you. A wide range of leisure activities and highlights are on offer during your summer holiday in the Montafon: Look forward to hiking, climbing, mountain biking, paragliding, golfing, tennis, motorbike riding and numerous swimming pools and mountain lakes that invite you to cool off in summer.

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Paragliding

Ready for an adrenaline rush?

Discover the breathtaking Alpine landscape from a bird's eye view while paragliding. Host Ewald Tschanhenz - former national champion and European runner-up in paragliding - is happy to give you tips. The Tschanhenz family are among the most ambitious and experienced paragliders in the Montafon.

Tip: Tandem flight with Tandem Gliding Montafon exclusive

  • With paraglider pilot Michael Rüdisser - former national champion and highly experienced pilot (Tel: +43 (0) 664 2645628).
  • Meeting point with the paraglider pilot at the Hochjochbahn valley station (600m). Ascent with the Hochjochbahn to the Sennigrat launch site (2300m), depending on wind and weather conditions, launch site Kapell or Kropfen
  • Instruction on take-off, flight and landing procedures as well as tandem flights
     
Two motorcyclists on the Silvretta High Alpine Road

Silvretta High Alpine Road

Alpine experience

Our hotel is located at the foot of the Silvretta High Alpine Road - explore one of the most beautiful Alpine roads with breathtaking views in Austria. The perfect starting point for a stopover on your motorbike holiday in Vorarlberg.
Tip: Use the mini convertible at the Vermala pleasure hotel.

Silvretta High Alpine Road

Summer Specials

Packages & offers at the Genusshotel Vermala

Vermala's Summer Special

  • 29.06.25 - 02.11.25
7 nights from € 896.- p.p.
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Vermala's Summer MIDWEEK Special

  • 29.06.25 - 02.11.25
4 nights from € 552.- p.p.
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Vermala's Summer WEEKEND Special

  • 29.06.25 - 02.11.25
3 nights from € 414.- p.p.
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All Saints' Day package

  • 26.10.25 - 02.11.25
4 nights from € 552.- p.p.
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Whirlpool in the spa lounge at the wellness hotel Vermala

Time out at Vermala

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After an eventful day in the Montafon, there is nothing better than returning to the Vermala pleasure hotel. End the day on the sun terrace or daydream in the soothing spa. In the cosy atmosphere of the Vermala you will find exactly the warmth and relaxation you need to make your summer holiday perfect.

 

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