via ferrata Röbischlucht
Gargellen’s beginner and family via ferrata: right above the stream through the Röbisch gorge – short, cool and exciting.
At the entrance to Gargellen the Röbisch stream cuts a narrow gorge into the rock – and that is exactly where this via ferrata runs. After a few minutes’ approach you climb along the steel cable just above the rushing water through the ravine, over rungs, small slabs and a rope bridge. The difficulty stays at A/B to B/C, which is why families with children used to via ferratas and beginners take their first steps here; travel reports from Germany and the Netherlands recommend it explicitly as an “adrenaline kick” for hot days because the gorge stays pleasantly cool.
At the top a hiking trail leads back to the village via the Rongg alp – about an hour for the whole loop. If you want more, add the neighbouring Rongg waterfall via ferrata straight away, which is noticeably more demanding.
🧭 Route description
The plotted track follows the marked trails according to OpenStreetMap; see the map, elevation profile and GPX file above. Please follow the signposting on site.
💡 Tips & refreshments
Closed or not passable in rain or on wet rock (risk of slipping). Hire sets at the sports shop at the Gargellen valley station; bus 670 to Gargellen.
🚌 Getting there by public transport
Landbus 670 Schruns–St. Gallenkirch–Gargellen (hourly), stop Gargellen Schafberg cable car; approx. 20 min from St. Gallenkirch.
🅿️ Parking
Free parking at the Schafberg cable car in Gargellen and at the end of the village (Vergalden).
Emergency: Alpine rescue 140 · Euro emergency 112 · Ambulance 144
All information without guarantee. Please check weather, opening hours and cable car operating times before setting off. Alpine tours require personal responsibility, suitable equipment and experience.
Last updated: 13 Sep 2026 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)