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
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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:
For personal items, you will need to bring:
All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent:
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:
Backcountry skiing in Silvretta can be arranged for larger and for private groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
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.
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