No. 13: Rifabecken round (classic & skating)

Easy cross-country trail from Partenen – 1.3 km, 4 m ascent, approx. 25 minutes.

easy winter · 12-3 🐕 Dogs allowed

Elevation profile↗ 4 m ↘ 6 m

„No. 13: Rifabecken round (classic & skating)“ is a easy cross-country trail starting at Partenen. Start and finish are the same, so you return to your car or bus stop without any shuttle.

The route measures 1.3 km, with 4 m of ascent and 6 m of descent, pure walking time is around 25 minutes. The highest point is at 1,011 m, the lowest at 1,003 m.

🧭 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

Regional rating: fitness 2/6, technique 2/6.

Check the current avalanche report (lawine-vorarlberg.at) and opening status before setting off; trails are only groomed with sufficient snow – check the trail report.

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 to Partenen (terminus), Tafamunt and Vermunt cable cars a 5-minute walk; approx. 20 min from St. Gallenkirch.

🅿️ Parking

Free parking at the Tafamunt/Vermunt cable cars in Partenen.

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)