High trail (Bartholomäberg - Kristberg)

Moderate hike in the Montafon – 8.8 km, 532 m ascent, approx. 2:59 hours.

moderate summer · 6-10 🐕 Dogs allowed

Elevation profile↗ 532 m ↘ 172 m

„High trail (Bartholomäberg - Kristberg)“ is a moderate hike in the Montafon.

The route measures 8.8 km, with 532 m of ascent and 172 m of descent, pure walking time is around 2:59 hours. The highest point is at 1,561 m, the lowest at 1,085 m.

🧭 Route description

The route leads via Kristbergsattel, Fritzensee, Fulasee Bartholomäberg, Torasee Bartholomäberg, Pinge, Knappenweg Abzweigung, Kristberg Riader and Lawinenverbauung.

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.

📍 Stages

Start
Kristbergsattel
Fritzensee
Fulasee Bartholomäberg
Torasee Bartholomäberg
Pinge
Knappenweg Abzweigung
Kristberg Riader
Lawinenverbauung
Ziel

💡 Tips & refreshments

Regional rating: fitness 4/6, technique 3/6.

Start early – summer afternoons often bring thunderstorms. Carry enough water; many huts are only open from late June to late September.

From the holiday house in St. Gallenkirch the starting point is easy to reach by Landbus (stop 400 m away) or car – see the travel notes.

🚌 Getting there by public transport

Landbus Montafon (lines 650/670/680) and Montafonerbahn Bludenz–Schruns; connections at vmobil.at.

🅿️ Parking

Please check parking at the starting point on site (hiking car parks are usually signposted).

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)