Ski Touring

Winter freedom beyond the slopes

There are winter days when you don’t want to rush downhill, but instead make your way up the mountain. Step by step, guided by your own breath, the stillness of snow-covered slopes and the feeling of leaving everyday life behind with every metre of altitude gained.

The Montafon is a true haven for those who prefer to experience winter away from the pistes — offering a wide variety of ski tours for both beginners and experienced tourers. And Hotel Montjola Nova in Schruns is the ideal base for unforgettable days out on the mountain.

Ski touring for beginners

Those discovering ski touring for the first time will find ideal conditions in the Montafon: gentle ascents, wide slopes and routes that are perfectly suited to getting started.

Guided introductory courses and beginner ski tours — for example as part of the BergePLUS programme — offer a solid introduction to technique and safety, along with a first sense of what makes this sport so special. Here, it’s not about speed, but about being present and enjoying the moment.

Challenging tours for experienced ski tourers

Those with mountain experience will find a rewarding selection of classic routes and true highlights in the Montafon — from long valley ascents to high-alpine tours. Steep slopes, expansive routes and summit goals with sweeping views promise memorable deep-snow experiences.

Particularly popular are tours in the Rätikon, around Bartholomäberg and in the Silvretta — regions renowned for their impressive panoramas and varied, demanding ascents.

Safety, nature & accessibility

Ski touring calls for calm judgement, respect for nature and a sound understanding of the terrain. This is why touring with local guides is highly recommended — they know snow conditions, routes and alpine risks better than anyone.

From Schruns, many starting points are easy to reach, in some cases even by mountain railway or ski bus. This means your ski touring day begins almost at the doorstep of Hotel Montjola Nova.

When the snow glistens, your track leads across open slopes and the sun rises over the peaks, a unique sense of freedom unfolds — quiet, expansive and deeply grounding.

Discover the quietest, most powerful way to experience winter — book your stay at Hotel Montjola Nova and find your own favourite ski tour in the Montafon.

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