Hike to the idyllic Alpe Els, situated under the Gamsfreiheit. A refreshment stop is worthwhile!
Description
From the mountain station of the Muttersberg cable car, a road leads to the Tiefenseesattel. On a gentle incline - with a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains - the trail continues to the farmed Alpe Els. The idyllically situated alpine pasture below the Gamsfreiheit is a popular destination for hikers and mountain bikers. Delicious alpine products invite you to enjoy and linger. The way back follows the same route.
Parking place at the valley station Muttersberg cable car
Directions
Muttersberg cable car mountain station - goods path to Tiefenseesattel - continue to Alpe Els - Alpe Els - optional: ascent to Elser Fürkele - same route back
Safety instructions
EMERGENCY CALL
140 Alpine emergencies Austria-wide 144 Alpine emergencies Vorarlberg 112 Euro-emergency call (works with any mobile phone/network)
Ankle-high mountain boots with treaded soles, sun and rain protection, snack, filled water bottle and first aid kit. Mobile phone for emergencies.
Tips
For those who still have some condition, a short ascent (approx. 45 min.) to the Elser Fürkele is worthwhile. A sensational view of the Rätikon mountains and the valley awaits you. Back on the same way!
Destination
Muttersberg cable car mountain station, Bludenz
Starting Point
Muttersberg cable car mountain station, Bludenz
Sicherheitstipps für Wandern in Vorarlberg
EN NOTRUF:
EN 140 - Alpine Notfälle österreichweit
EN 144 - Alpine Notfälle Vorarlberg
EN 112 - Euro-Notruf (funktioniert mit jedem Handy/Netz)