Silvretta Montafon
Resort Overview
Silvretta Montafon offers 141 kilometres of diverse skiing terrain extending from 700m to 2,430m elevation across one of Austria's ten largest ski areas in the Montafon Valley of Vorarlberg. This expansive winter sports destination was created in 2008 through the connection of two major ski areas - Hochjoch above Schruns and Silvretta Nova above St. Gallenkirch and Gaschurn - forming the second largest ski area in Vorarlberg. The resort features varied terrain suitable for all skiing abilities, from the longest run stretching 12 kilometres with 1,740m vertical drop to challenging black slopes including the demanding 2-kilometre Piste 44. Over 50% of the ski area sits above 2,000 metres, ensuring reliable snow conditions, while 70 freeride routes and the 300,000 square metre Snowpark Montafon with 40 obstacles provide extensive off-piste and freestyle opportunities. With lift capacity of nearly 66,000 riders per hour across 35 modern installations, this Montafon resort combines authentic Alpine skiing experiences with comprehensive mountain infrastructure, making it one of western Austria's most significant winter sports destinations.
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Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
80
Total Area
142km
88.2 miles
Silvretta Montafon Lift System
The resort operates 35 modern lifts including 10 gondolas, 18 chairlifts, 5 T-bar lifts, and 2 magic carpets, providing efficient transportation across the extensive ski terrain with a combined capacity of 65,882 riders per hour. The lift network includes the innovative first semi-automatic 10-seater gondola at the Grasjoch station in St. Gallenkirch, representing cutting-edge cable car technology in the Austrian Alps. Major installations include the Hochjochbahn accessing the highest skiing at 2,430m, the Versettlabahn in Gaschurn, and the Grasjochbahn/Valiserabahn complex at the new Silvretta Park Montafon hub. The comprehensive system provides access to multiple skiing zones across the 17-kilometre valley, connecting the historic Hemingway town of Schruns with the high-altitude terrain above St. Gallenkirch and Gaschurn. Advanced lift infrastructure includes 15 dedicated ski school lifts and 7 feeder lifts, ensuring seamless access for beginners while maintaining efficient uphill transport for experienced skiers exploring the resort's extensive freeride terrain and challenging expert runs throughout the Montafon region.
Lifts
Total Lifts
35
Lift Types
9
Lift Breakdown
Location & Getting There
Located in the Montafon Valley of Vorarlberg, Silvretta Montafon sits in the southwestern region of Austria near Bludenz, approximately 11 kilometres from the Rheintal Autobahn exit for convenient access from major European destinations. The closest airports are Friedrichshafen (106km), Innsbruck (140km), and Zurich (167km), with excellent transport connections via the Montafonerbahn railway to Schruns and efficient bus services throughout the valley. The resort encompasses multiple traditional Alpine villages including Schruns (the largest town with extensive accommodation options), St. Gallenkirch, Gaschurn, and Silbertal, each providing direct lift access and authentic Montafon culture. Schruns holds particular historical significance as Ernest Hemingway's 1920s writing and skiing base, while the area maintains strong connections to regional traditions and Vorarlberg hospitality. The new Silvretta Park Montafon hub in St. Gallenkirch features Austria's largest electric vehicle charging facility with 50 charging stations in an underground car park, supporting sustainable tourism alongside 4,000 free parking spaces across the resort's base stations in this scenic Alpine valley destination.
Silvretta Montafon
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