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Gaschurn
ℹ️Practical info — Gaschurn
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💡 Tips
- The Silvretta Hochalpenstraße (toll road) begins nearby but is closed all winter; verify opening dates in summer.
- Use the Versettlabahn for immediate and quick access into the expansive Silvretta Montafon ski area.
- Parking at the valley station fills up incredibly fast; save time by using the local ski bus.
- During summer, hiking up to the mountain reservoirs is an absolute must-do activity.
🍽 Food
Enjoy a classic Austrian apple strudel generously covered with warm vanilla sauce on a sunny alpine terrace.
Pick up some air-dried local ham from the village butchers-it makes the great hiking lunch.
A traditional pan of roasted potatoes, leftover meats, and a fried egg, widely served in mountain huts.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Small village shops sell excellent regional honey, jams, and herbal teas sourced from the surrounding mountains.
Get expert advice and high-quality equipment for both summer alpinism and winter sports on the main street.
A protected high-moor lake reachable by a scenic hike, beautifully reflecting the surrounding alpine peaks.
Take a gentle and very relaxing evening stroll along the Ill river that runs directly through the valley.
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Gaschurn is located at 979m in the upper Montafon valley and is quintessential for those seeking an active alpine holiday. The Versettla cable car provides lightning-fast access to the Silvretta Montafon ski area, which is celebrated for its wide cruisers and challenging black runs. For a touch of culture, the Montafon Alpine and Tourism Museum is housed in one of the village's oldest wooden buildings. During summer, Gaschurn acts as a base camp for mountaineers aiming for Piz Buin, Vorarlberg's highest peak. Its location near the start of the Silvretta High Alpine Road makes it a prime spot for scenic driving and motorcycling tours. Locally, the 'Sura Kees' (sour cheese) is a must-try specialty, representing a low-fat cheese tradition that dates back centuries in the Montafon mountains.
- Location: Vorarlberg, Austria
- Top sights: Vier Barga · Kanzel · Rafting Bahn
- Nearby: Schruns (13 km)
- Population: ~1.091
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -8 | -8 | -4 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 7 | 3 | -2 | -7 |
| Rain mm | 93 | 70 | 90 | 88 | 146 | 170 | 167 | 184 | 122 | 101 | 90 | 93 |
Geography
Facts
- Altitude: 979m
- Versettla cable car
- Silvretta Montafon ski area
- Alpine & Tourism Museum
- Piz Buin base camp
- Near Bielerhöhe Pass
- Sura Kees cheese
- Silvretta Alpine Road
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Sights in the town Gaschurn (11)
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