European staircase 4000 (including return via Bofa to Partenen)

What was once built as a supply route for the construction of the large reservoirs in the Silvretta is now known as "Europe's longest straight staircase" with around 3,600 steps and an incline of up to 86%.

When preliminary work for the Vermunt plant began in 1925, there was neither electricity nor telephone in Partenen. The conditions under which the reservoirs and pipelines were built can only be guessed at today. Some construction monuments – alongside the reservoirs – are still visible to the naked eye, such as the nearly 4,000-step European staircase in Partenen. It is the longest straight staircase in Europe and runs with an incline of up to 86% alongside the Vermuntbahn. The staircase demands a high level of coordination and reaction ability because each step varies in height and depth. Those who “manage” the staircase in a run put themselves on a level with Austrian ski aces and other international top athletes who regularly train here.

In summer, the best time for the staircase is determined at the "Montafoner Stair Cup," currently about 22 minutes. You can find all information about the event at scspartenen.at

Presented by: Montafon
Author: Andreas Marent