Gantakopf circular route

Description

This circular route offers a dreamlike summit experience with a gigantic panoramic view of the surrounding mountain ranges of Rätikon, Verwall and Silvretta. For a cozy break during the hike, the Alpe Nova entices with regional delicacies such as the Montafoner Sura Kees, which is produced here in the summer months in the local dairy. Along the forest path, wonderful views open up repeatedly into the valley and towards the Maisäß settlement Garfrescha, where the circular route ends.

Approach

Take the A14 to the Bludenz/Montafon exit and continue on Montafonerstraße L188 to St. Gallenkirch. At the sign for Garfrescha Bahn, turn right and follow the road to the Garfrescha Bahn.

Public transport

Just leave your car standing

The regional buses run throughout Montafon. The main lines operate every half hour from Schruns station.

Bus stop at the start/finish of the route: St. Gallenkirch Garfrescha Bahn / Line 650

Timetable: www.vmobil.at

Travel by train to Montafon

From Bludenz station, the Montafonerbahn runs hourly (partly every half hour). There are also direct connections from Lindau (D) and Bregenz.

Timetable: www.oebb.at

Parking

There are parking facilities at the valley station of the Garfrescha Bahn in St. Gallenkirch.

Directions

From the mountain station of the Garfrescha Bahn, it soon goes steeply uphill to Gantakopf and along the panoramic mountain ridge further to Nova Stoba. Forest and open pasture areas alternate on the route. The path leads down into Novatal and past Alpe Nova on a forest road back to the starting point Garfrescha.

Safety instructions

EMERGENCY CALL: 144

European emergency call 112 (works with any mobile/ network)

www.vorarlberg.travel/sicherheitstipps

Equipment

Hiking boots with good tread (ankle-high shoe) and hiking poles. On hot days, a head covering and sun protection are recommended.

Tips

You should definitely try our Montafoner Sura Kees, because you have only truly been in Montafon if you have experienced this taste sensation.

Destination

St. Gallenkirch, Garfrescha Bahn mountain station

Starting Point

St. Gallenkirch, Garfrescha Bahn mountain station