Ski Touring in Montafon
Ski Tours, Summit Moments & Deep Snow in Vorarlberg
Montafon is one of the most varied regions for ski touring in Vorarlberg. Around St. Gallenkirch and throughout the Silvretta, Verwall and Rätikon, you will find easy ski tours for beginners, guided tours, high-alpine classics and challenging summit adventures with impressive descents.
Genusshotel Vermala is your ideal base for ski touring in Montafon. Whether you choose the Madrisa circular tour, Lindauer Hütte, Vergaldner Schneeberg, Silvretta-Bielerhöhe, Piz Buin or Muttjöchle, wellness, the Sky Pool, saunas and excellent cuisine await at Genusshotel Vermala after your tour.
Madrisa Circuit: A Classic Ski Tour in Montafon
Ski Touring Tip #1: Madrisa Circuit
This easy day tour follows historic smuggling routes from Austria into Switzerland and back again. For more than 50 years, it has been considered one of the classic ski tours in Montafon. Skiers and snowboarders can look forward to an impressive nature experience with varied and beautiful descents.
Duration: 5 hours | Ascent: 300 metres | Descent: 2,000 metres | Difficulty: intermediate
Ski Tour to Lindauer Hütte in the Gauertal
Ski Touring Tip #2: Lindauer Hütte
An ideal ski tour for beginners with magnificent views of the Drei Türme. This scenic tour involves relatively little ascent. It leads through the wild and romantic Gauertal at the foot of the Sulzfluh and onwards towards the striking Drei Türme, one of Vorarlberg’s landmarks. Lindauer Hütte also provides a rewarding culinary destination. The groomed descent is a special experience, even at night with a head torch.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Ascent: 750 metres | Descent: 750 metres | Difficulty: easy
Ski Tour to Vergaldner Schneeberg in Gargellen
Ski Touring Tip #3: Vergaldner Schneeberg
An understated summit with magnificent views of Madrisa, Rotbühelspitze and the Silvretta. Gargellen’s reliable snow conditions make it an ideal base for ski touring in early winter. The wide slopes on the descent are sure to delight every deep-snow enthusiast.
Duration: 4 hours | Ascent: 1,120 metres | Descent: 1,120 metres | Difficulty: intermediate
Hennekopf Ski Tour on the Silvretta-Bielerhöhe
Ski Touring Tip #4: Hennekopf
The ski tour to Hennekopf is one of the shortest and easiest high-alpine tours on the Bielerhöhe in the Silvretta, making it ideal for beginners. However, the steep slopes at the entrance to the Bieltal require careful route selection. Kick-turn technique is generally not required, making this a particularly enjoyable tour. At the summit, a unique view of the Silvretta’s 3,000-metre peaks awaits. The wide, moderately steep slopes are also ideal for less experienced deep-snow skiers on the descent.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Ascent: 710 metres | Descent: 710 metres | Difficulty: intermediate
Guided Ski Tours with BergePLUS
Guided Ski Touring in Montafon
Climb the Montafon peaks during winter on a guided ski tour led by a state-certified mountain guide. A selection of guided ski tours is included in the BergePLUS programme, although availability may vary depending on the time of year and snow conditions, and ski tours cannot always be offered. The entire BergePLUS programme is available free of charge to Vermala guest. Discover Montafon through the stories and local knowledge of your guides.
Ski Tour to Seelücke on the Silvretta-Bielerhöhe
Ski Touring Tip #5: Seelücke
This relatively easy high-alpine ski tour leads to the Swiss border. Surrounded by 3,000-metre peaks, it offers an accessible introduction to high-alpine terrain. At Seelücke, the destination of the tour, magnificent views extend across the Silvretta peaks, the Verwall region and into Switzerland. Several descent routes are available depending on the conditions. When conditions are favourable, it is possible to descend almost 2,000 vertical metres on skis, passing the Vermunt reservoir and continuing all the way to Partenen.
Duration: 3 hours | Ascent: 1,000 metres | Descent: 1,000–2,000 metres | Difficulty: intermediate
Ski Tour to Schneeglocke in the Silvretta
Ski Touring Tip #6: Schneeglocke
This ski tour requires very good conditions and plenty of experience. However, it rewards ski tourers with a long descent across expansive slopes at an ideal gradient. With magnificent panoramic views, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful high-alpine ski tours in the Silvretta. A demanding route.
Duration: 5 hours | Ascent: 1,250 metres | Descent: 1,250 metres | Difficulty: difficult
Privately Guided Ski Tours with a Mountain Guide in Montafon
A privately guided ski tour in Montafon with a state-certified mountain and ski guide is a special experience tailored to your individual needs. For private guided tours, we recommend the Montafon mountain guides, who have the best knowledge of the local snow, weather and avalanche conditions. Tours range from gentle ascents for beginners to challenging summit tours for experienced ski tourers.
Ski Tour to Piz Buin – Vorarlberg’s Highest Mountain
Ski Touring Tip #7: Piz Buin
At 3,312 metres, Piz Buin is the highest mountain in Vorarlberg. It lies in the south of Montafon on the border with Switzerland. The summit offers magnificent far-reaching views, including many famous peaks such as Wildspitze, Fluchthorn, Piz Linard, Ortler and the Bernina range with the Biancograt. The demanding ascent is rewarded with an impressive panorama.
Duration: 6 hours | Ascent: 1,300 metres | Descent: 1,300 metres | Difficulty: difficult
Ski Tour to Muttjöchle in Silbertal
Ski Touring Tip #8: Muttjöchle
A beautiful beginner-friendly ski tour with relatively little ascent, no previous experience of kick turns required and plenty to discover along the way. The gentle gradient from the mountain station of the Kristberg drag lift is ideal for an enjoyable ski tour. The ascent is rewarded with a scenic summit offering views across the Verwall and Arlberg regions. The descent follows close to the ascent route.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Ascent: 600 metres | Descent: 600 metres | Difficulty: easy
Safety when Ski Touring in Montafon
Depending on the route, ski tours in Montafon lead into alpine terrain and require experience, careful planning and the correct equipment. Before every tour, check the current weather, snow and avalanche conditions and choose a route suited to your fitness, ability and the prevailing conditions.
For beginners, inexperienced ski tourers and more challenging routes, we recommend joining a guided ski tour with a state-certified mountain and ski guide or taking part in the BergePLUS programme. This allows you to experience the Montafon mountains more safely and comfortably while benefiting from valuable local knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ski Touring in Montafon
Where can you go ski touring in Montafon?
Montafon offers numerous opportunities for ski touring – including the Silvretta, Silvretta-Bielerhöhe, Gargellen, Gauertal, Kristberg, Silbertal and well-known destinations such as Piz Buin, Schneeglocke, Seelücke and Muttjöchle.
Is Montafon suitable for ski touring beginners?
Yes, Montafon also offers easier ski tours and guided options for beginners. It is important to choose a suitable route, assess your fitness realistically and consider the current weather, snow and avalanche conditions.
Are guided ski tours available in Montafon?
Yes, guided ski tours in Montafon are offered through the BergePLUS programme and by Montafon mountain guides. Participation in the BergePLUS programme is complimentary for guests of Genusshotel Vermala.
What equipment do you need for a ski tour?
For ski touring, you need touring skis with skins, ski touring boots, poles, suitable winter clothing, a helmet, sunglasses and provisions. Depending on the terrain, you will also need complete avalanche safety equipment, including an avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel.
Do you need to check the avalanche conditions before ski touring?
Yes, absolutely. The weather, snow and avalanche conditions should be checked before every ski tour. Experience is essential in open alpine terrain. Anyone who is unsure should choose a guided tour with a state-certified mountain and ski guide.
Is Genusshotel Vermala a good base for ski touring?
Yes, Genusshotel Vermala in St. Gallenkirch is an excellent base for ski touring in Montafon. Numerous touring areas in the Silvretta, Verwall, Rätikon, Gargellen, Bielerhöhe and Silbertal are within easy reach.
Are there ski tours on the Silvretta-Bielerhöhe?
Yes, the Silvretta-Bielerhöhe is a popular ski touring area in Montafon. Well-known tours lead to Seelücke, Schneeglocke, Hennekopf and towards Piz Buin, the highest mountain in Vorarlberg.
Can ski touring be combined with wellness?
Yes, after a ski tour, hotel guests can relax in the Montafon Nature SPA at Genusshotel Vermala, featuring the Sky Pool saunas, relaxation rooms and soothing warmth.
Winter Activities Away from the Pistes
Pure Relaxation in the Montafon Nature SPA
