Silvretta-Stausee is a high-alpine region in the Austrian Alps, centered around its distinctive turquoise reservoir. The landscape is characterized by towering peaks, including the prominent Piz Buin, and features glacial formations and rugged terrain. The Silvretta High Alpine Road provides access to this environment, which is ideal for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, mountaineering, and more.
The Silvretta-Stausee region offers more than 50 routes across several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain…
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4.9
(255)
1,123
hikers
15.6km
06:13
670m
670m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(237)
1,000
hikers
14.9km
05:07
550m
550m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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167
hikers
14.3km
04:19
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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741
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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471
riders
72.2km
04:03
1,550m
1,550m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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68
riders
22.0km
01:03
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

46
riders
162km
10:38
4,390m
4,390m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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18
riders
18.1km
01:01
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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183
riders
32.8km
01:36
60m
550m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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136
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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162
riders
18.6km
01:17
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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92
riders
11.8km
00:59
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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117
runners
6.44km
00:48
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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49
runners
5.07km
00:35
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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35
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
13.8km
01:54
450m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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41
riders
6.61km
00:24
0m
320m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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1,250
riders
46.7km
04:26
1,270m
1,270m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
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201
riders
86.7km
07:08
1,770m
1,770m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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42
riders
23.9km
01:53
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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32
hikers
14.8km
06:01
770m
770m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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25
hikers
17.4km
07:17
870m
870m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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28
hikers
13.7km
05:38
710m
710m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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25
hikers
10.4km
04:43
640m
640m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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The Silvretta-Stausee region offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, Jogging, and Road cycling. The area features more than 50 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars on komoot.
The centerpiece is the Silvretta-Stausee reservoir, known for its turquoise waters. Towering peaks like Piz Buin (3,312 m) and numerous glaciers characterize the high-alpine landscape. The Bielerhöhe Pass, at 2,032 meters, offers expansive views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains.
Yes, the region provides trails suitable for various skill levels, including easy hikes. For specific routes, consult the Easy hikes around Silvretta-Stausee guide. A simple three-hour hike around the Silvrettasee is also an option.
The Silvretta-Hochalpenstraße is a famous route for touring cyclists and mountain bikers, offering challenging ascents and scenic views. The broader Montafon region has an extensive bike network. Guides like Cycling around Silvretta-Stausee and MTB Trails around Silvretta-Stausee provide detailed information.
Yes, the region offers hiking options suitable for families. For curated routes, refer to the Family-friendly hikes around Silvretta-Stausee guide. These trails are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all ages.
The Silvretta High Alpine Road (Silvretta-Hochalpenstraße) is a scenic route with 34 hairpin bends spanning 13.9 miles (22.3 kilometers). It connects the Montafon valley in Vorarlberg with the Paznaun valley in Tyrol, reaching its highest point at the Bielerhöhe Pass. The road offers views of glaciated peaks and lakes.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Silvretta-Stausee, MTB Trails around Silvretta-Stausee, and Mountain Hikes around Silvretta-Stausee. Other guides cover cycling, running, and specific types of hikes like family-friendly or easy routes.
The Silvretta-Stausee region is popular among outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 109,000 visitors exploring its routes on komoot. The 54 available routes have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars, based on over 20,000 ratings.
Yes, the Silvretta region is a prime location for mountaineering, featuring numerous three-thousand-meter peaks and glaciers. Alpinists value challenging peaks like Piz Buin. The area also includes via ferrata routes, such as one on a dam wall at Silvretta-Stausee.
For comprehensive information, the Montafon Tourismus GmbH website is the most relevant official source. The official website is montafon.at, and the general phone number for Montafon Tourismus is +43 50 6686. For Silvretta-Bielerhöhe specific inquiries, the contact number is +43 5556 701 83167.
Yes, the region offers options for cycling away from vehicle traffic. The Traffic-free bike rides around Silvretta-Stausee guide highlights routes designed for undisturbed riding pleasure. An example is the trail over the Ganifer to Kopssee, where cars are largely prohibited.

