Montafon valley path ​|​ Gargellen to St​.​ Gallenkirch

Moderate
Alpenmosaik - Tal
Hiking · Alpine mosaic – valley · Alpine mosaic · Gargellen
02:20 h duration
11,1 km Length in km
1444 m Highest point
818 m Lowest point
205 m gain Ascent
773 m gain Descent
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Tour description

A varied hike along the Suggadinbach stream through the alpine pasture landscape from Gargellen to St. Gallenkirch, offering beautiful views of the Montafon cultural landscape.

The hike takes you from Gargellen down the valley toward St. Gallenkirch, revealing a landscape that has been shaped by agriculture and forestry over the centuries. As you walk along the Suggadinbach, the power of the water accompanies you through the Gargellen Valley and past unspoiled mountain pasture landscapes.

In Rüti near St. Gallenkirch, you’ll discover historic dry-stone walls. They serve as a reminder of the era of the muleteers and remain visible evidence to this day of how the landscape was once used and managed.

What is the Montafon Alpine Mosaic?

The Alpenmosaik Montafon brings the region’s scenic diversity to life. The four adventure areas—Verwall, Silvretta, Rätikon, and the valley—offer different perspectives on nature, the landscape, and culture.

You can find more information about the Montafon Alpine Mosaic HERE.

Starting Point - Directions - End Point

Starting Point
Gargellen, lower station of the Gargellen Mountain Railways

Directions
From the valley station of the Gargellner Bergbahnen, hike out of the valley along the Suggadinbach stream. The trail continues past the Valisera Maisäß, where you’ll cross the L192 Gargellner Road and then continue on the left side of the Suggadinbach.

Passing through Rüti, you’ll reach Galgenul. There, you’ll cross the L192 again and follow the trail toward St. Gallenkirch. Finally, you’ll reach the center of St. Gallenkirch.

End Point
St. Gallenkirch, town center

Getting to the starting point

Getting to the Starting Point
The starting point for the tour is the valley station of the Gargellner Bergbahnen in Gargellen.

By public transportation:
The Montafon regional bus and the Montafonerbahn provide convenient and flexible travel throughout the valley. Trains and buses connect the towns regularly, every half hour or every hour depending on the route. You can find your connection HERE. Bus stop at the start/end of this tour: Bergbahnen Gargellen

By car:
Take the A14 to the Bludenz/Montafon exit, then follow the Montafoner Straße L188 to St. Gallenkirch. There, turn right onto the Gargellner Straße and follow it to Gargellen. Parking is available at the Gargellner Bergbahnen. For the return trip to Gargellen, you can take the public bus from St. Gallenkirch.

Important Information

Be sure to wear sturdy footwear that is appropriate for the current conditions.

Tips

Keep your eyes peeled as you walk along. You might spot one of the rare Montafon stone sheep grazing in the pastures.

Sicherheitstipps für Wandern in Vorarlberg

EN NOTRUF:

EN 140 - Alpine Notfälle österreichweit 

EN 144 - Alpine Notfälle Vorarlberg 

EN 112 - Euro-Notruf (funktioniert mit jedem Handy/Netz) 

Properties
Route type Hiking, Alpine mosaic – valley, Alpine mosaic
Difficulty Moderate
Start Talstation Schafbergbahn Gargellen
Finish Ortszentrum St. Gallenkirch
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