Via Alpina Montafon

Moderate long-distance stage in the Montafon – 52.8 km, 3420 m ascent, approx. 19:56 hours.

moderate summer · 7-9 🐕 Dogs allowed 🎫 Included with the Freizeit-WildPass

Elevation profile↗ 3420 m ↘ 3414 m

„Via Alpina Montafon“ is a moderate long-distance stage in the Montafon.

The route measures 52.8 km, with 3420 m of ascent and 3414 m of descent, pure walking time is around 19:56 hours. The highest point is at 2,511 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 via Gafalljoch (2.239 m), Viehpferch, Hochmadererjoch and Vergaldner Wäldle.

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
Gafalljoch (2.239 m)
Viehpferch
Hochmadererjoch
Vergaldner Wäldle
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

Rellstal hiking bus from Vandans (summer, cash only); Lünersee cable car: Landbus 580 from Bludenz to Brand/Lünerseebahn.

🅿️ Parking

Rellstal closed to cars (hiking bus/on foot). Lünersee cable car: paid car park at the valley station, full early on fine days.

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)