VWinter hiking in the Silvretta Montafon region
What do hiking fans do in winter? Exactly, they simply adjust their equipment and continue to practice their favourite sport! Thanks to winter hiking, you don’t have to wait until summer to embark on your next hiking adventure.
Hiking through snow, light and ice
Picture this: the Alpine landscape of Vorarlberg covered by a thick blanket of snow. Meadows and fields dressed in white, frozen lakes glistening in the winter sun and snow-capped conifer forests reminiscent of a fairytale – and you right in the middle. Sounds like a dream?
Thanks to the expansive network of perfectly groomed winter hiking trails in the Montafon region, you can experience this fascinating ambience amid the Rätikon, Verwall and Silvretta mountains from up close. Whether you’re looking for a short and sweet or long and challenging route: There’s the perfect winter hiking trail for everyone.
Routes and trails through the snow
All along the Grasjoch circular route, you are surrounded by snow-covered meadows and crisp mountain air – a perfect choice for families and fans of laid-back winter walks. Are you looking for a moderately difficult route with stunning views? Then Gantakopf trail might be just the thing for you.
If you want to feel as if you have stepped right into a fairytale, we recommend the Innerkapell trail that runs through magical snow landscapes. The Sonnenbahn trail boasts a picturesque location and easy access, making it an ideal choice to soak up the sun. In good snow conditions, the longest winter hiking trail is the route at Valisera. The Vier Barga trail takes you up to a scenic viewing point as part of a 60-minute hike.
Skiing and snowboarding in the Montafon region
Do you love to spend your free time skiing or snowboarding during winter? In the Montafon region, winter sports enthusiasts can choose from six different ski resorts. All of them – with Silvretta Montafon only a five-minute walk from Sporthotel – offer excellent winter sports opportunities. Discover a paradise for snow lovers!
Other winter activities away from the slopes
Winter in the Montafon region is about so much more than “just” skiing and snowboarding. For instance, you can experience the thrills of sledging, hear the snow crunch beneath your feet while snowshoeing or soar through the crisp winter air while paragliding. In short, the snow-covered Montafon mountain region offers perfect conditions for varied snow adventures.
