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Nr. 7: Madlenerhaus-Loipe, klein

Moderate cross-country trail from Madlenerhaus (Partenen) – 1.0 km, 20 m ascent, approx. 15 minutes.

moderate winter · 12-3 🐕 Dogs allowed

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„Nr. 7: Madlenerhaus-Loipe, klein“ is a moderate cross-country trail starting at Madlenerhaus (Partenen). Start and finish are the same, so you return to your car or bus stop without any shuttle.

The route measures 1.0 km, with 20 m of ascent, pure walking time is around 15 minutes. The highest point is at 1,992 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 3/6, technique 1/6.

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, then Vermunt cable car + tunnel bus to the Bielerhöhe (summer 2026: 20 June–4 Oct, uphill 8–12 and 13–16:30, last descent 17:00). Approx. 1 h in total from St. Gallenkirch.

🅿️ Parking

Note: the Silvretta High Alpine Road is closed on the Vorarlberg side after rockfalls, expected until 2030 – car access only from Tyrol (Galtür). The Vermunt cable car car park in Partenen is closed in 2026 for construction; use alternative parking in Partenen village.

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

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