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Maisäßwanderung St. Gallenkirch

Moderate hike in the Montafon – 9.9 km, 971 m ascent, approx. 4:32 hours.

moderate summer · 6-10 🐕 Dogs allowed

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Elevation profile↗ 971 m ↘ 953 m

„Maisäßwanderung St. Gallenkirch“ is a moderate hike in the Montafon.

The route measures 9.9 km, with 971 m of ascent and 953 m of descent, pure walking time is around 4:32 hours. The highest point is at 1,656 m, the lowest at 880 m.

🧭 Route description

The route leads via Monigg and Balbier Wasserfall.

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

  1. Start
  2. Monigg
  3. Balbier Wasserfall
  4. Ziel

💡 Tips & refreshments

Regional rating: fitness 3/6, 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 650/670, stop St. Gallenkirch (400 m from the holiday house).

🅿️ Parking

Parking in the centre of St. Gallenkirch (municipal office/church) and at the Valisera cable car.

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)

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