MTSZ
MTSZ térképportál
Turista Magazin
TuristaShop
Kéktúra
Gerecse50
A kéktúrázás napja
-
Via ferrata dam-via ferrata SilvrettaseePhoto: Stefan Kothner, Golm Silvretta Lünersee Tourismus
A rather easy via ferrata that is unique in this form in Vorarlberg.
Due to construction work on the Silvretta High Alpine Road on the Vorarlberg side, there can be occasional closures – please consider this in your route planning.
Surrounded by the highest mountains of Vorarlberg, this via ferrata is located directly at the dam wall of Silvrettasee. When conquering the almost vertical wall, you can expect scenic seating benches, rope bridges, and a twelve-meter-long swing pendulum that can also be bypassed. If you have mastered all challenges with difficulty grade A/B, you exit directly on the dam crest via a platform. There you will be rewarded with a magnificent view of Piz Buin.
Approach: You start at the Silvrettasee parking lot. A hiking trail leads you from there in about 15 minutes to the foot of the dam, where the entry point is located.
Alternatively, you can also approach the dam directly from Madlenerhaus.
Descent: The exit is via a small but spectacular platform on the dam crest. From there it is another five minutes’ walk to the starting point.
Author’s recommendation
The seating benches in the wall are perfect for enjoying the unique panorama in peace. Besides the via ferrata, the dam offers various climbing routes that are perfect for practicing multi-pitch tours.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
MadlenerhausBerggasthof Piz Buin
Safety information
EMERGENCY CALL: 144:
European emergency number: 112 (works with any mobile phone/network)
www.vorarlberg.travel/sicherheitstipps
Tips and suggestions
The via ferrata is very well secured and therefore also suitable for beginners/children. A body height of 140 cm is, however, a prerequisite as the distances are sometimes a bit larger.
Roadbook
Your circular route starts at the Silvrettasee parking lot. To reach the entry point, a footpath leads you towards the Madlenerhaus before guiding you to the foot of the dam. After about 15 minutes of walking, you will be directly at the entry point.
The 300 m long via ferrata features several highlights such as "seating benches", a rope bridge, a swing pendulum, and more (see topo).
The exit is via a small but spectacular platform on the dam crest. From there, it is a 5-minute walk along the dam crest back to the starting point.
Madlenerhaus
Public transport
Just leave your car behind
The local buses operate throughout the Montafon. The main lines run every half hour from Schruns station.
Bus stop at the start/finish of the route: Bielerhöhe Silvrettasee / Line 650
Timetable: www.vmobil.at
Arrival by train to Montafon
From Bludenz station, the Montafonerbahn runs hourly (partly every half hour). There are also direct connections from Lindau (D) and from Bregenz.
Timetable: www.oebb.at
Directions
Take the A14 to the Bludenz/Montafon exit and continue on Montafonerstraße L188 to Partenen. Then you reach the starting point at Silvretta-Bielerhöhe via the Silvretta High Alpine Road (toll road).
Parking
Silvrettasee parking lot
Coordinates
Recommended maps for this region:
Equipment
Complete climbing equipment (harness including via ferrata set, helmet, and gloves) as well as proper footwear (sturdy, ankle-high hiking boots with a good sole) are absolutely necessary.
You should also always carry a backpack with provisions, sun and rain protection, and a first aid kit.
Via ferrata sets rental
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions
Unanswered