Via ferrata Waterfall St​.​ Anton im Montafon

Access

The starting point is the climbing parking lot near the St. Anton im Montafon community center. From there, follow the “Klettersteig” sign or the hiking trail through the village to the waterfall. The start is located directly at the viewpoint by the waterfall on the right-hand side.

Route description

At the start, you climb parallel to the waterfall. The route then continues upward along the ridge. The difficulty increases as you go, so you should be confident in your experience, sure-footedness, and physical fitness. Please note: There is no emergency exit.

Descent

The descent is either directly back toward the starting point or via the Marentes-Jetzmunt hiking trail to the Vandans train station. From there, follow the path along the Ill River back to St. Anton im Montafon.

The starting point is the town center of St. Anton im Montafon.

By public transportation:

With the Montafon regional bus and the Montafonerbahn, you can travel comfortably and flexibly throughout the valley. Trains and buses connect the towns regularly, every half hour or hourly depending on the route. You can find your connection here. Bus stop at the start/end of this tour: St. Anton im Montafon train station

By car:

Take the A14 to the Bludenz/Montafon exit and continue on Montafonerstraße L188 to St. Anton im Montafon. Shortly after the town hall, there is a parking lot on the left before the train station appears on the right.

You undertake the via ferrata at your own risk and responsibility. Please check the weather, current conditions, snow conditions, and difficulty level in advance. Realistically assess your experience, sure-footedness, ability to handle heights, and physical fitness.

Complete, standard-compliant via ferrata equipment is absolutely essential. This includes a hip belt, via ferrata set, helmet, and gloves. Equally important is appropriate footwear: sturdy, ankle-high hiking boots with good traction.

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.

Please note: The via ferrata is closed from December 1 to March 15.

EN NOTRUF:

EN 140 - Alpine Notfälle österreichweit 

EN 144 - Alpine Notfälle Vorarlberg 

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