Open slopes and facilities

At the border between Tyrol and Vorarlberg, a magnificent view of giant peaks of the Silvretta massif awaits you.

At a length of 5 km with over 130 m difference of altitude you can go to your limits.

The short Tschaffein trail with only 3,3 km length is perfect for your first tries on the trail and is not too demanding with an altitude difference of 50 metres.

After about 2 km, you'll pass the Silvrettahaus and finally end up at the Piz Buin inn.

After about 1 km, you'll pass the Silvrettahaus and finally end up at the Piz Buin inn.

After about 1 km, you'll pass the Silvrettahaus and finally end up at the Piz Buin inn.

With the Alpkogelbahn cable car you can reach the mountain base easily – then you arrive at the Silvapark cross-country skiing track after only 5 minutes walk. The track has approximately 1,0 km in length and is perfectly suited for training runs.

You’ll experience Paznaun in its most pristine form.

With 5 km and a very flat trail profile, it is not overtly challenging, yet still rewards you with a feeling of accomplishment.

Galtür’s motto is “Experience alpine wintersports!” The Galtür Wirl Trail, at 6,5 km and minor elevation requires only medium stamina and coordination and is also suited for intermediate skiers.

In the beginning, the route runs slightly downhill and then slightly uphill, but afterwards it is always nice and flat along the dam of the Silvretta reservoir.

This cross-country route is challenging, yet the dreamy panoramic mountain views will help you forget almost all of those efforts, since on the sun-blessed Bielerhöhe, with the impressive Silvretta reservoir, enjoyment comes easy.

The breath-taking scenery and the mountains covered in deep snow in this unspoilt lateral valley are what make this route so special.

The first section leads downhill along the piste, before getting onto the toboggan run. Through the snow-covered forest you'll get to the lower terminus of the Gongall twin-seater chairlift after a while. From here, take the forest path towards Oberhaus and hike along the municipal road through the hamlets of Stadlen, Hof, Obermühl, Grubegg and Larchi all the way down to the village. Of course, this route can also be hiked in the opposite direction.

Hover up to 1,830 meters on the Diasbahn lift, where the trail starts. Through the tunnel (above the upper terminus) you’ll get to the Sunny Mountain Restaurant. From here, a path to the left (above the Sunny Mountain Restaurants) leads all the way to where the children’s practice area is. Here, follow the groomed path below the new pump station along the dam of the “new reservoir” until after about a ½-hour walk you’ll get to the and of the path (way back along the same route). All in all, a peaceful and leisurely tour for those who like to take things a little slower. Those who like can put in a short walk along the border of the lake of the upper reservoir first. This short detour from the hike proper is well worth the effort, as benches provide a chance to put in a well-deserved break.

Enjoy the peacefulness of nature on a walk along the winter hiking trail from Kappl to See. The trail starts at Kappl church and initially leads along the municipal road through the hamlets of Schmiedsegg, Untermühl and Platti. Continue heading out of the valley, repeatedly alternating between forest roads and sealed sections after the Holdernach turn-off. Pass the districts of Holdernach, Sesselebene and Schnatzerau, until finally getting to the finish at the See cable car. The route is very varied and you'll get to see the individual – in part very original - hamlets along the way. If you want to hike just one section, you can get back from See to Kappl easily.

but in turn provides breath-taking views of lower Paznaun valley. It starts off at Kappl village square. Below the church, hike in direction of Hotel Dorfstadl to the Diasbahn turn-off. A meadow path leads to the left down to the Diasbahn lower terminus. Here you cross the road across Kohlplatz bridge, from where the forest path to Rotweg chapel begins. Somewhat steep to begin with, the hike leads through snowy winter scenery until getting to the small chapel, from where you have nice views of the village and various hamlets. When a thick blanket of snow has fallen onto the roof of Rotweg chapel and the sun makes the snow sparkle, that's when winter is showing its best side.

The level trail from Paznaun secondary school to Nederle is ideal for a leisurely walk through the Kappl winter scenery. From the secondary school in the hamlet of Lochau, keep heading into the valley along Trisanna stream until passing the Kappl cable cars. Then walk through the districts of Höferau, Sinsner Au to finally reach the hamlet of Nederle after Hotel Höllroah. Getting back to Kappl village is easy by bus. Those who want can also hike back the same way.

This winter hiking trail leads through snowy forest, across romantic clearings, past a wildlife feeding station to the shooting club. Here the peacefulness can be optimally enjoyed while relaxing at ease. About 500 metres after the shooting club, switch to the other side of the road. Then keep left and after some 100 metres take the route in direction of Platti. On the sealed road, continue via Untermühl back to Kappl village centre. All in all, a leisurely circuit which is not too demanding.

Enjoy the peacefulness of nature on a walk along the winter hiking trail from See to Kappl. The trail starts at the Kappl cable car and crosses a bridge at Hotel Mallaun, then heading out of the valley for a short bit before the forest path begins heading into the valley towards Kappl. The route leads past the hamlets of Schnatzerau, Habigen, Sesselebene and Holdernach, through forest and meadow paths alternating with sealed sections. Before getting to Kappl, you'll also hike through Platti, Untermühl and Schmiedsegg. The route is very varied and you'll get to see the individual – in part very original hamlets – along the way. If you want to hike just one section, you can get back from Kappl to See easily with the bus.

Nature lovers will enjoy the quiet surroundings of this trail. The tour starts with a conveyor belt taking you to the ski resort’s practice area for beginners. From there, a marked trail runs along the practice area and ski run No. 30, taking you all the way to Versingbahn valley station. The final part of the tour will take you further away from the groomed slopes. During winter, Versing Alm is closed, and nature lovers get to enjoy the picturesque winter landscape in serene silence.

Take Medrigjochbahn cable car and Zeinisbahn chairlift to get to the starting point. The scenic tour starts at Zeinisbahn mountain station. A marked trail will take you along ski run No. 32 all the way to Furglerblick valley station. From there, continue along ski run No. 30 until you reach Ascherhütte. At the top, you will be rewarded with splendid views of the Verwall mountains and Hoher Riffler (3,168 metres). To get back to the starting point of your tour, simply follow the same trail back and hop on the cable car back to See.

This tour can be adapted to your fitness level. You can decide by yourself whether you want to do the entire route by cable car and chairlift, or put in some sections of hiking. An experience of the special kind. From Ischgl village centre, either take the Fimba (A3) - or Silvretta cable car (A1) up to the Idalp at 2,300 m. Then take the Flimjoch chairlift (B2) to the Viderjoch hiking area at 2,700 m, which forms the border between Austria and Switzerland. Next take the Flimsattel chairlift (N1) to get to the Alp Trida Restaurant on Swiss soil. After a few metres on foot you'll reach the lower terminus of the chairlift "Alp Trider Sattelbahn" (N6). From up there, the double-deck aerial tramway (L1 or L2) goes back to Samnaun, where numerous shops are waiting to be explored. Please note: Begin return trip in Samnaun no later than 14:30, to make sure you can get back to Ischgl by lift all the way.