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Montafoner Theaterwanderung „Grenzerfahrungen at the Zauberberg“

Moderate hike from Hotel Madrisa (Gargellen) – 4.2 km, 272 m ascent, approx. 4:30 hours.

moderate summer · 6-10 🐕 Dogs allowed 🎫 Included with the Freizeit-WildPass

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Elevation profile↗ 272 m ↘ 179 m

„Montafoner Theaterwanderung „Grenzerfahrungen at the Zauberberg““ is a moderate hike starting at Hotel Madrisa (Gargellen). The route ends at Pizzeria Barga.

The route measures 4.2 km, with 272 m of ascent and 179 m of descent, pure walking time is around 4:30 hours. The highest point is at 1,589 m, the lowest at 1,408 m.

The starting point is reached by cable car – in summer the ride is included with the Freizeit-WildPass (summer multi-day pass), otherwise a lift ticket is needed; the free Montafon guest card only gives a discount.

🧭 Route description

The route leads from Hotel Madrisa via Juliusruhe and Gitziste to Pizzeria Barga.

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. Hotel Madrisa
  2. Juliusruhe
  3. Gitziste
  4. Pizzeria Barga

💡 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 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)

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