Included: An experienced, IFMGA ski guide with extensive knowledge of the area 4 or 8-day Silvretta backcountry ski touring adventure Accommodation For the 8-day adventure: Hotel in Bludenz (2 nights), Piz Buin luxury mountain lodge (3 nights), and comfortable mountain huts (2 nights) For the 4-day adventure: comfortable mountain huts (3 nights) Meals as indicated in the itinerary Not included: Technical backcountry ski touring equipment Transportation to Bludenz Taxi transfers and lift pass for Silvretta Lunches (packed meals can be bought at your accommodations) and drinks Travel and medical/rescue insurance — highly recommended Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

To participate in this Silvretta guided backcountry skiing tour, you should be in excellent physical shap e, encompassing both aerobic endurance and core strength. As you traverse diverse terrains, your physical preparation becomes crucial. Engaging in activities like running, cycling, or racket sports at least 8 weeks prior to the tour will enhance your stamina. Acclimatizing to the altitude during the initial days is essential, emphasizing the importance of staying well-hydrated. Rest assured, your experienced guide will be with you every step of the way, providing guidance and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. For the 8-day tour, keep in mind that during the first three days of touring, but for the last two days, you’ll need to carry a full pack. For the 4-day tour, you’ll be carrying a full pack the whole way through.

What if I’ve never backcountry skied before?

To participate in this Silvretta guided ski tour, you need to have previous backcountry skiing experience . You will be skiing, touring, and summiting on glaciated terrain for 5-7 hours every day. The cold temperatures on the glacier result in powdery snow, making the overall previous skiing experience of 10 weeks, including a minimum of 3 weeks total of backcountry skiing with a mountain guide, a prerequisite. The tour is also suitable for those at an advanced or expert level (approximately 6 weeks of off-piste skiing experience). Your guide will take care of the planning, oversee your technique, and teach you how to better manage the terrain. They also have the experience and avalanche training necessary to keep you safe.

What do I need to bring?

For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring: Off-piste skis (100mm underfoot) with skins (can be rented) Touring boots and poles (can be rented) Avalanche safety equipment (can be rented): Digital, 3-antenna avalanche transceiver or beacon Lightweight snow shovel Avalanche probe For personal items, you will need to bring: Helmet Ski goggles Gloves and hat Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended) Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended) Down jacket or vest Synthetic or wool base layers, underwear and socks One triple-action locking carabiner or two conventional locking carabiners Repair kit and Leatherman for your equipment (can be shared between several people) Water bottle (1L capacity) Thermos for a warm beverage — optional Mini first aid kit Sunscreen Backpack with ski-carry straps large enough to carry all items listed (around a 30L capacity) Camera — optional

Can I rent equipment?

All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent: Avalanche safety pack, including backpack, beacon, shovel and probe from your guiding service for an additional fee (approximately $75 or $150 with an included free backpack) Alpine touring or telemark skis, touring boots and poles can be rented from various ski rental places in Bludenz. Ski rental locations are in Bludenz and should be picked up the night prior to your outing. If you need to rent gear, let us know and we can help make arrangements.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For this group adventure, the maximum client-to-guide ratio is 7:1 for the 8-day tour and 6:1 for the 4-day tour. It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate for the 8-day tour, i.e., 4 people for the 4-day tour. Backcountry skiing in Silvretta can be arranged for larger and for private groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors may be permitted to join private tours on a case-by-case basis. If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Bludenz, the starting and ending point of the adventure, most people fly into Zurich Airport . There is a direct train line connecting Zurich and Bludenz, so we suggest taking a train ride from the main railway station in Zurich. This shuttle will take you around 2 hours. If yo’re joining the 8-day tour, yu will meet your Silvretta ski guide and fellow backcountry skiers at your hotel in Bludenz on Day 1, usually some time in the afternoon. If you’re joining the 4-day tour, aim to arrive in Bludenz early in the morning of Day 1.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner ! Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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Ski Touring With Style in Silvretta, Austria

Off-piste skiers on a wide open slope in the Silvretta Alps, Austria.

Two backcountry skiers on top of a steep slope, overlooking countless snowy peaks of the Silvretta Alps.

Backcountry skier pointing to a place with his skiing pole while skiing in Silvretta, Austria.

A backcountry skiing guide showing his clients their next objective in Silvretta.

Sauna in the Piz Buin mountain lodge, in the Silvretta Alps, Austria.

Two backcountry skiers navigating a steep slope in Silvretta.

Exterior of the luxurious mountain lodge Piz Buin in Silvretta, Austria.

Three backcountry skiers skinning up a slope in Silvretta, Austria.

A group of cheerful backcountry skiers posing for a photo in Silvretta.

Backcountry skiers skinning in Silvretta, Austria.

Two ski tourers smiling while skiing in Silvretta, Austria.

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Duration

4 days

Season

March through April

Accommodation

Hotel, luxury mountain lodge, or comfortable mountain huts

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The ultimate skiing getaway? Come to Silvretta. Right on the border between Switzerland and Austria, the Silvretta Alps provide a perfect playground for ski touring. Meeting up in the snow-dusted town of Bludenz, we’ll spend 4 or 8 days in Silvretta, shredding its best powdery slopes and enjoying the unforgettable scenery. But our skiing adventure does not end there. If you join our 8-day adventure, expect a touch of luxury and variety: we’ll stay at a hotel, a luxurious mountain lodge with a spa, and two very scenic and cozy mountain huts. How’s that for a perfect powdery getaway in the Alps?

Adventure highlights

Ski touring heaven

Tackle the powder-laden off-piste slopes of Silvretta and taste the ultimate skiing freedom
Ski & spa

Enjoy a bit of luxury by staying in a scenic and cozy mountain lodge with a spa
Cozy mountain huts

Explore spectacular areas around comfy and authentic mountain huts

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4-Day Mini Silvretta Hut-to-Hut Ski Touring Adventure

For a short and sweet hut-to-hut adventure, there’s no better choice than this adventure in the spectacular Silvretta Alps. Led by an experienced IFMGA guide, we’ll depart from Bludenz and make our way to charming Austrian huts, which is also where we’ll also eat our breakfasts and dinners—included in this adventure. Join our 4-day ski adventure and embrace the ultimate skiing freedom!

From Bludenz, we take a taxi toward Partenen in the Montafon valley. We’ll then hop on the Vermuntbahn cable car and enjoy an exciting tunnel bus ride to Bielerhöhe (2,032 m / 6,667 ft), where our alpine adventure starts. After dropping off our bags at Madlenerhaus, we’ll explore the breathtaking Krommertal Valley or the Klostertal Valley, depending on conditions, with highlights like Verhuptsspitze or the beautiful Schneeglocke summit.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Madlenerhaus mountain hut
Starting from Maldernah at 1,986 m (6,516 ft), we’ll begin with a steady ascent up some rolling terrain. The initial climb is relatively gentle, allowing for a good warm-up as we work our way up to higher elevations. The path offers scenic views of the valley below and the surrounding peaks. The route heads into the Bieltal Valley, which often provides a mix of open snowfields and light terrain variation. The final ascent to Wiesbadener Hütte involves a moderate climb, with some sections across glaciated terrain as you approach the hut. From Wiesbadner Hut—one of the most charming and traditional huts in the region—we’ll have access to incredible routes, including options toward Egghorn and, if conditions are favorable, even the iconic Piz Buin or Dreiländerspitze.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Distance: 8-10 km (5-6 miles)
Elevation gain: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Accommodation: Wiesbadener mountain hut
We have excellent options from the Wiesbadner Hut for the day. Depending on weather conditions, we could ascend the Dreiländerspitze or even tackle Biz Buin, one of the area’s standout highlights offering breathtaking views. From there, we might ski down to the Jamtalhütte or opt for a second night at the Wiesbadner Hut

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Jamtal or Wiesbadener mountain hut
After a final small tour, we’ll ski out to the valley and take a taxi back to our starting point.

Meals: Breakfast

Week-long ski touring adventure in Silvretta, Austria

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day ski touring adventure in the stunning Silvretta Alps, guided by an experienced IFMGA guide. Traverse breathtaking Silvretta landscapes starting in Bludenz heading to an area near the Silvretta lake and around nearby mountain huts. Enjoy diverse accommodations: a cozy hotel in Bludenz, a lavish Piz Buin mountain lodge, and charming mountain huts. Indulge in included breakfasts and dinners throughout the adventure and conclude your journey where you started—in Bludenz, having embraced the ultimate skiing freedom.

Your journey begins in Bludenz, nestled in the heart of Vorarlberg, Austria. As you arrive, the town’s charm unfolds—a fusion of modernity and Alpine tradition. Bludenz boasts a local brewery and a delightful chocolate factory, adding a sweet touch to your arrival. Your accommodation for the night is the stylish Alpstadt hotel, located in the heart of downtown Bludenz, providing both comfort and proximity to the town’s attractions. Meet your guide and fellow skiers, do a gear check and discuss your plans for the week, before getting a good night’s sleep.

Accommodation: Alpstadt hotel in Bludenz
After a hearty breakfast, depart from Bludenz and enjoy a scenic taxi ride to Partenen, on the edge of Silvretta. Once there, take the Vermont cable car and a ride through a mountain tunnel to luxurious Piz Buin Lodge, perched over the shimmering Lake Silvretta. This stunning location serves as both your sanctuary and base for the next three days. In the afternoon, do a quick avalanche safety refresher, before enjoying a delicious dinner.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Luxurious Piz Buin mountain lodge
Waking up at the Piz Buin Lodge is a sensory delight. Picture yourself opening your eyes to a panorama of Silvretta’s snow-capped peaks, followed by a tasty breakfast. Over the next two days, embark on exhilarating ski tours, traversing the pristine landscapes surrounding the lodge. With a light daypack on your shoulders, each descent brings you back to the warmth of the lodge, where evenings are spent indulging in well-deserved relaxation, saunas, and hearty dinners. The lodge’s panoramic setting provides the perfect backdrop for reflecting on the day’s Alpine adventures with fellow skiers.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Luxurious Piz Buin mountain lodge
Today you’ll venture beyond the immediate surroundings of Piz Buin Lodge and set out for a scenic traverse to Wiesbadener Hütte along the Silvretta lake. After the initial gentle ascent, Silvretta glacier crossing, and the final ascent, your group will have reached the hut nestled in a spectacular location. Wiesbadener Hütte is definitely one of the trip’s highlights, awaiting you with hot meals, refreshing drinks, and the hot showers deep in the Alpine wilderness.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Wiesbadener mountain hut
The options today are as vast as the Alpine panoramas that surround you. Choose between exploring the enchanting terrain around Wiesbadenerhütter or opt for a traverse to Silvrettahütte, your next accommodation. Both options promise great skiing and unparalleled views of the Silvretta range, revealing the alpine wilderness in all its glory.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Silvretta mountain hut
As your journey nears its end, wake up to the crisp Alpine air and embark on a morning ski tour from the hut. The descent brings you back to the familiar territory of Piz Buin Lodge. Ski out and bid a temporary farewell to the snowy peaks, as you return to Bludenz. The evening in Bludenz is a chance to savor the memories of the past week, surrounded by the comforting ambiance of the Alpstadt hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Alpstadt hotel in Bludenz
Your departure day is a bittersweet conclusion to a week filled with Alpine wonders. After a satisfying breakfast at the Alpstadt hotel, it’s time to bid farewell to Bludenz. Say goodbye to your Silvretta ski guide, fellow adventurers and to the Alps—or continue touring on your own.

Meals: Breakfast

Ski Touring With Style in Silvretta, Austria

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Meet your guides

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Florian Kraler

IFMGA Guide

Florian Kraler is the owner of Piste to Powder guiding service, and leads a top-notch team of mountain guides. Renowned for his expertise, he ensures guests have exceptional off-piste experiences under his guidance, making every skiing adventure memorable.

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Piste to Powder

Led by owner Florian Kraler, Piste to Powder boasts a team of fully qualified IFMGA mountain guides with over 25 years of experience in the Arlberg region. With a focus on providing exceptional off-piste experiences, the team ensures safety, skill development, and maximum enjoyment. Their flexibility in selecting the best terrain, commitment to tuition and safety, and preference for small, well-balanced groups set them apart. Established over two decades ago, Piste to Powder remains a leader in off-piste guiding, continually innovating and contributing to the evolution of skiing adventures in St Anton, Stuben, Zürs, Lech, Silvretta, and beyond.

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, IFMGA ski guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 4 or 8-day Silvretta backcountry ski touring adventure
  - Accommodation
    
    For the 8-day adventure: Hotel in Bludenz (2 nights), Piz Buin luxury mountain lodge (3 nights), and comfortable mountain huts (2 nights)
    
    For the 4-day adventure: comfortable mountain huts (3 nights)
  - Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Not included:
- - Technical backcountry ski touring equipment
  - Transportation to Bludenz
  - Taxi transfers and lift pass for Silvretta
  - Lunches (packed meals can be bought at your accommodations) and drinks
  - Travel and medical/rescue insurance — highly recommended
  - Guide gratuities — optional
To participate in this Silvretta guided backcountry skiing tour, you should be in excellent physical shape, encompassing both aerobic endurance and core strength. As you traverse diverse terrains, your physical preparation becomes crucial. Engaging in activities like running, cycling, or racket sports at least 8 weeks prior to the tour will enhance your stamina. Acclimatizing to the altitude during the initial days is essential, emphasizing the importance of staying well-hydrated. Rest assured, your experienced guide will be with you every step of the way, providing guidance and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.

For the 8-day tour, keep in mind that during the first three days of touring, but for the last two days, you’ll need to carry a full pack. For the 4-day tour, you’ll be carrying a full pack the whole way through.
To participate in this Silvretta guided ski tour, you need to have previous backcountry skiing experience. You will be skiing, touring, and summiting on glaciated terrain for 5-7 hours every day. The cold temperatures on the glacier result in powdery snow, making the overall previous skiing experience of 10 weeks, including a minimum of 3 weeks total of backcountry skiing with a mountain guide, a prerequisite. The tour is also suitable for those at an advanced or expert level (approximately 6 weeks of off-piste skiing experience). Your guide will take care of the planning, oversee your technique, and teach you how to better manage the terrain. They also have the experience and avalanche training necessary to keep you safe.
For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring:
- - Off-piste skis (100mm underfoot) with skins (can be rented)
  - Touring boots and poles (can be rented)
  - Avalanche safety equipment (can be rented):
    
    Digital, 3-antenna avalanche transceiver or beacon
    
    Lightweight snow shovel
    
    Avalanche probe
For personal items, you will need to bring:
- - Helmet
  - Ski goggles
  - Gloves and hat
  - Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended)
  - Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
  - Down jacket or vest
  - Synthetic or wool base layers, underwear and socks
  - One triple-action locking carabiner or two conventional locking carabiners
  - Repair kit and Leatherman for your equipment (can be shared between several people)
  - Water bottle (1L capacity)
  - Thermos for a warm beverage — optional
  - Mini first aid kit
  - Sunscreen
  - Backpack with ski-carry straps large enough to carry all items listed (around a 30L capacity)
  - Camera — optional
All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent:
- - Avalanche safety pack, including backpack, beacon, shovel and probe from your guiding service for an additional fee (approximately $75 or $150 with an included free backpack)
  - Alpine touring or telemark skis, touring boots and poles can be rented from various ski rental places in Bludenz.
Ski rental locations are in Bludenz and should be picked up the night prior to your outing. If you need to rent gear, let us know and we can help make arrangements.
Group sizes and prices:
- - For this group adventure, the maximum client-to-guide ratio is 7:1 for the 8-day tour and 6:1 for the 4-day tour.
  - It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate for the 8-day tour, i.e., 4 people for the 4-day tour.
Backcountry skiing in Silvretta can be arranged for larger and for private groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors may be permitted to join private tours on a case-by-case basis.
If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Bludenz, the starting and ending point of the adventure, most people fly into Zurich Airport. There is a direct train line connecting Zurich and Bludenz, so we suggest taking a train ride from the main railway station in Zurich. This shuttle will take you around 2 hours.

If yo’re joining the 8-day tour, yu will meet your Silvretta ski guide and fellow backcountry skiers at your hotel in Bludenz on Day 1, usually some time in the afternoon. If you’re joining the 4-day tour, aim to arrive in Bludenz early in the morning of Day 1.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
To secure your spot, a deposit in the amount of 30% is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid 90 calendar days prior to the trip departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. If you cancel the booking…
- - More than 30 days before the departure date, you are entitled to a refund in the amount of 70% of the full trip price (less the booking fees).
  - 15 to 29 days before the departure date, you are entitled to a refund in the amount of 50% of the full trip price (less the booking fees).
  - Within 14 days of the departure date, no refund will be issued.
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.
57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.