Luxury holiday apartments in Schruns in the Montafon valley with its very own wellness area near the slopes

Winter Holidays in Montafon

Vorarlberg is the ideal destination for winter sports fans, with a wide selection of outdoor activities in Montafon for you to choose from. Hurtle down the hillside on a toboggan or glide for kilometers on cross-country skis. Your options also include winter hikes, ski tours and snowshoeing expeditions. Skiers and snowboarders can look forward to 60 gondolas and ski lifts along with 297 kilometers of pistes in 5 ski areas. When you are ready for a bite to eat, make yourself comfortable in one of the mountain huts and treat yourself to a mouthwatering selection of Vorarlberg specialties.

Fun on the pistes of Montafon

Spanning 1700 vertical meters, you will have the opportunity to experience the beautifully groomed pistes of the Silvretta first-hand. Half of the pistes lie above the 2000-meter mark. Thanks to a full range of difficulty, every wish will be fulfilled. Adrenaline junkies simply love the 800 m long freeride cross and snowpark. The steepest run, the Black Scorpion, is both a challenge and test of courage. At 7 ski schools, beginners can gain their first experiences on skis or a snowboard. And if “normal” skiing ever becomes a bit too monotonous for your youngsters, they will also have the opportunity to give the Kids Ski Safari a try. There, they will learn to ski in the deep snow and master curves to perfection.

Winter Hiking in Montafon

Away from the pistes, too, there are numerous tours and paths that lead through this winter wonderland, inviting you to marvel and discover. Hike between impressive walls of snow and enjoy the silence of nature. Just as in summer, the coldest season in Montafon also holds numerous hiking paths and a wide range of difficulty in store for you. Whether you are in the mood for a short stroll or an extended winter hike – the Montafon always presents itself to you in its most beautiful form.

Cross-Country Skiing in Montafon

33 different cross-country ski routes in the region promise limitless variety during your winter holiday. On 90 km in total, you can get an amazing workout and acquaint yourself with Montafon a little better in the process. Whilst some 67 km of the trails are intended for classic technique, the remaining kilometers are suitable for “skating”. No wonder, then, that Montafon is so incredibly popular with fans of Nordic winter sports. As you pass idyllic places and snow-covered meadows, your stamina will always be rewarded.

Highlights for your family holiday

One absolute highlight in the region is the 22 km long Silvretta High Alpine Road, treating you to imposing panoramas at elevations as much as 2032 m above sea level. Likewise recommended: a family hike to Wiegensee – with the Tafamuntbahn lift serving as the ideal place to get started. When you get off at the top, you will be surrounded by an idyllic alpine landscape at 1550 m above sea level. Vorarlberg’s cultural scene, with its many museums, is an outstanding alternative to those countless outdoor activities, making it an ideal option on days when the weather is bad. Highlights include the historic Bartholomäberg mine, the mining museum in Silbertal as well as the tourism museum. Here, you will gather fascinating insights into the culture and history of the Montafon holiday region.  

Summer Holidays in Montafon

The Montafon valley lies in the Austrian province of Vorarlberg and extends for roughly 39 km. It stretches from Bludenz to the Bielerhöhe and is flanked by the Silvretta, Rätikon and Verwall Group. At 3312 meters above sea level, the Piz Buin is the highest mountain in the area. Thanks to numerous hiking and biking paths, this holiday region is ideal for hikes in the mountains as well as bike rides. In Montafon, 3 hiking paths have been awarded the Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality. In total, the region boasts 17 lifts that will carry you up to the high peaks. For example, you might wish to visit Hochjoch Adventure Mountain near Schruns or the Power of Nature Path with a lake biotope.

Hiking in Montafon

In the Montafon holiday region, you have some 1130 km of marked hiking paths to choose from. The Verwall, Silvretta as well as the Rätikon offer a fantastic trail network for hikes with a full range of difficulty. Some paths are suitable for the smallest members of your family to walk and, in some cases, are even pram-friendly. The Gaschurn Partenen culture & nature path, the Smugglers’ Path and the Gauertaler AlpkulTour have been awarded the Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality. Your numerous hiking opportunities also include paths around the Lünersee, the Silvretta Reservoir and the Baggersee. Meanwhile, passionate mountaineers absolutely relish a grand total of twenty-one 3000ers in Vorarlberg. 15 via ferrata climbs and 8 practice climbing areas add even more variety to your hiking holiday in the Montafon holiday region.

Mountain Biking in Montafon

In the Montafon holiday region, fun on two wheels is guaranteed. Regardless of whether you brought your bikes with you in your luggage or you rent them out for a day trip on the spur of the moment: Mountain bike trips and guided E-bike tours are an ideal way to discover the diverse landscapes of Vorarlberg. With 260 km of bike paths, there is something here for all biking tastes. Decide the level of difficulty you are in the mood for, then select from 65 different tours. Take full advantage of the mountain lifts to reach the start of your chosen route. Would you like to place the planning of your tour in more experienced hands? In that case, we recommend our expert Montafon bike guides who are more than happy to assist.

Family Holidays in Montafon

In Montafon, there is also a broad, colorful program of activities that is certain to keep everyone happily entertained. Golm Family Mountain in Verdans, for example, is famous for its countless attractions. Explore Golmi's Research Path together or soar through the air on the Flying Fox zipline. For even more adrenaline, the Alpine Coaster is definitely an exciting option, promising an exhilarating ride all the way back down to the valley. For everyone ages 4 and up, the Forest Slide Park is great fun. Likewise in Schruns, you are greeted by numerous adventures certain to put a gleam in your kids’ eyes. If you are feeling particularly brave, you might choose to walk across the suspension footbridge or bounce on the giant trampoline. In short: A unique experience for big and small alike.