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Gargellner Schafberg Trail “Marie”

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Distance: 3.11 km
Ascent: 110 m
Descent: 110 m
Duration: 2 h
Deepest point: 2102 m
Highest point: 2212 m
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    Time for little explorers

    Greetings! I am Marie.

    I’m a ten-year-old shepherd girl and I’m taking you on a journey into the past – into a world away from the hustle and bustle of today. Here, in this remote mountain landscape, I was born 130 years ago in a simple wooden hut, the so-called Maisäß. Imagine, at that time there were no roads in Gargellen, no electric light, not even a school for us children. It was the small pleasures that defined our everyday lives: a cup of lukewarm milk, the birth of a healthy calf or the shining starry sky above the Schafberg.

    The locals lived to the rhythm of the seasons, the cattle and nature determined their simple lives. Follow the signposts with the name “MARIE”, listen to my stories from the past and accompany me to wondrous places. As a shepherdess, I know all kinds of paths and will lead you and your family to hidden huts, rippling waters and my animals – which you can even stroke!

    Here you can find the current overview map of the Gargellner Schafberg trails.

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  • Directions

    The cable car takes you from Gargellen (1,423 m) to the mountain station and the Schafberg Hüsli mountain restaurant in around 8 minutes. At the starting point of the tour, follow the “MARIE” signposts.

    The trail: The joy of movement. Playing in nature. Young and old can playfully explore the Schafberg on the discovery trail. Animals want to be stroked and exciting stations discovered. The narrow path partly runs parallel to the promenade – ideal for children and families.

    There are many exciting and informative stations to explore along this tour:

    1. Gold digging: Real gold digging atmosphere with sparkling glittering stones. Maybe they were just dyed? Or is it actually real gold that a smuggler once lost in the stream bed? Let’s go on a treasure hunt!
    2. Gäßscherm: Gäßscherm: “Gäß” means goat in Montafon – and the “Scherm” is a stable. A hiking destination that puts you in an animal-friendly mood, because the donkeys and goats want to be fed and stroked by you.
    3. Balancing stones: skilfully hopping from rock to rock. Here you can climb on natural stones and find your inner balance if you manage to enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains.
    4. Water features: A refreshing place to splash and splash around. A hollowed-out tree trunk, running water and small tubs. That’s all you need for happiness on the mountain.
    5. Steehüsli: A hidden stone house stands in the shelter of a mighty boulder. With a little climbing skill and courage, you can discover it – and trace the stories of customs officers and smugglers.
    6. Jumping fun: Hopping from stone to stone, jumping and testing your balance – who can make it all the way to the finish? A playful activity station full of movement, fun and little challenges for nimble explorers.
    7. Panoramic swing: Swing high into the air whilst marvelling at the impressive mountain scenery. A special place to take a deep breath, daydream and linger – with a magnificent view of the beautiful natural surroundings of Gargellen.

    Here you can find the current overview map of the Gargellner Schafberg trails.

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    Gargellen cable car valley station