Destination in Montafon

Montafon - Excursions in the rugged south of Vorarlberg

Montafon – a region with high peaks, idyllic villages, dense forests, crystal-clear lakes, breathtaking panoramic views, lush meadows and beautifully situated huts. You can't get more mountainous than this!

The landscape in the south of Austria's westernmost state - Vorarlberg - promises an interesting, varied and relaxing holiday that attracts sports enthusiasts, nature lovers and people who enjoy good food. Many farms in the region also offer farm holidays . This unique region is also ideal for holidays with the whole family .

Activities in the region for families

A holiday in the mountains means adventure, especially for children. They can really enjoy nature here with marmots or the tinkling of cowbells. Spending the whole day together with their parents in the fresh air: this is a pure family holiday that makes children and adults happy. They have great fun trudging over hill and dale together, hiking through the Montafon valleys or climbing over rocks.

Those who spend their holidays in this diverse holiday region will find not only relaxation but also countless opportunities for activities – in summer and winter .

In the cold season, the region offers numerous snowy areas that are ideal for tobogganing, snowboarding and skiing . Professional trainers support learners of all ages with their first turns on the slopes. This means that all family members get their money's worth.

In summer, the most beautiful destinations await you here for a hiking holiday with the kids - and all against a stunning backdrop. The tours range from paths suitable for strollers to sweaty climbing routes. There is something for every taste.

Along the way, charming mountain lakes offer refreshing refreshment and rustic mountain huts invite you to take a cozy rest with traditional delicacies. The mountain world is also wonderful to explore by bike. Well-developed tours of various levels of difficulty offer cyclists real pleasure.

What would the mountains be without climbers? Here you can experience special highlights in the truest sense of the word, because one of the longest via ferratas in Vorarlberg awaits you in the middle of the Silvretta mountain range. Fans of this sport can also indulge themselves at every turn in the seven climbing gardens . There are courses to suit every requirement, so that every family member will find the right one.

Tips for the perfect family trip

If you are walking with children, you should definitely not miss the " Muntafuner Gagla Trail " - an ideal excursion destination for the little ones. For this hike, the kids can borrow a backpack with binoculars, compass, thermometer and stopwatch from the tourist office. This equipment enables the adventurers to solve puzzles and explore the region in a child-friendly way. Playgrounds along the way provide variety. This discovery tour is also suitable for the little ones because it is suitable for strollers.

A bike tour along the river Ill is also family-friendly. The route also leads through romantic villages. The route is around 30 kilometers long and takes around 2 hours. For the return journey, you can take the train - a good option for families with small children.

Unfortunately, rainy days are inevitable here too and because of the altitude it can sometimes be a bit chilly even in the height of summer. But then a varied alternative program has a few surprises in store for families. There is no chance of getting bored. How about a visit to the cheese house on the Silvretta High Alpine Road on a rainy day, for example? There the little ones have the opportunity to make their own cheese .

Another good option for bad weather is a family trip to the all-weather Aquarena swimming pool , where the children can really let off steam in the swimming pool or on the beach soccer field.