Via ferrata Burg

Access

After taking the Versettla Bahn up the mountain, you’ll reach the trailhead in about 15 minutes. From the top station, first follow hiking trail 10, the “Madrisella Summit Trail.” After about 15 minutes, turn right toward the summit. The path leads uphill near the power poles to the start of the climb.

Route Description

The via ferrata is very well suited for families and beginners who want to gain their first experiences or practice belaying techniques. The route follows the ridge with only a few meters of elevation gain and a gentle incline. It spans approximately 200 meters of rope length, covers about 30 meters of elevation gain, and faces north-northeast. The difficulty level is A/B, and the pure via ferrata time is about 45 minutes. You can find more detailed information about the route in the topo.

Along the way, impressive views open up of the Heimspitze, Madrisella, and Versettlaspitze. In the “second row,” the 3,000-meter peaks of the Silvretta Group come into view.

Descent

From the exit, you can reach the Versettla Bahn mountain station in just over 30 minutes via a hiking trail. Alternatively, you can climb back down the via ferrata and return to the mountain station via the approach trail. Afterward, it’s worth stopping for a break on the terrace of the Nova Stoba.

We recommend the Versettla Bahn mountain station as your starting point (please checkoperating hours ).

Getting to the Versettla Bahn by public transportation:
The Montafon Landbus and the Montafonerbahn offer a convenient and flexible way to get around the valley. Trains and buses run regularly between the towns, every half hour or every hour depending on the route. Find your connection here. Bus stop at the start/end of this tour: Gaschurn Versettla Bahn

By car to the Versettla Bahn:
TaketheA14 to the Bludenz/Montafon exit and continue on Montafonerstraße L188 to Gaschurn, where the Versettla Bahn valley station is located directly on the right.

This via ferrata is inspected regularly but does not have an official opening or closing status. The listed season is provided for your guidance only.

You undertake this climb at your own risk and responsibility. Please check the weather, current conditions, snow conditions, and difficulty level before every tour. Especially during transitional seasons like spring and fall, snow, ice, wet conditions, or sudden weather changes can make the climb significantly more difficult or even impossible.

Realistically assess your experience, sure-footedness, lack of vertigo, and physical fitness. Complete, standard-compliant via ferrata equipment is absolutely essential. This includes a hip belt, via ferrata set, helmet, and gloves. Sturdy, ankle-high hiking boots with good traction are equally important.

Your backpack should also include sufficient food, sun and rain protection, and a first-aid kit.

In the Montafon, you can rent high-quality via ferrata equipment at select sports shops. Please check in advance regarding availability, sizes, and reservation options.

EN NOTRUF:

EN 140 - Alpine Notfälle österreichweit 

EN 144 - Alpine Notfälle Vorarlberg 

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