Bartholomäberg in Vorarlberg
Your sunny balcony for far-reaching views, tranquillity and experiencing nature.
Bartholomäberg impresses with a culture dating back more than 4,000 years and a fascinating settlement history. As the cradle of the Montafon , every corner tells of its eventful past. But perhaps the most valuable thing you will find here is something else - peace and quiet. A tranquillity that invites you to go your own way, switch off and recharge your batteries.
In summer, you hike across flowering meadows, past traditional Maisäß houses, always accompanied by views of the impressive Rätikon, Silvretta and Verwall mountain ranges. In winter, strap on your snowshoes and make your way through untouched nature. The variety of snowshoe and winter hiking trails is unique in Vorarlberg. And with the most hours of sunshine in the valley, Bartholomäberg rightly bears its name - the sunny balcony of the Montafon.
Alpine mosaic Montafon
Three mountain ranges characterize the Montafon: the quiet Verwall, the adventurous Silvretta and the diverse Rätikon. In between lies the lively valley - the heart of the Alpine Mosaic Montafon, which invites you to discover the region step by step.
What is now a hiking paradise was once a wild, inhospitable landscape. Nevertheless, people left their mark here early on - especially on the Bartholomäberg, which is considered the oldest settlement site in the valley.
Did you know ...
that a research team from Goethe University Frankfurt a. M. has been carrying out excavations in Bartholomäberg since 2000?Bartholomäberg is considered the oldest settlement in the Montafon - and contains unique traces of early settlement. Dr. Rüdiger Krause from Goethe University Frankfurt has been researching historical finds here since 2000.The results are impressive: mining was carried out in the Montafon as early as 3,500 years ago - much earlier than previously assumed. C14 dating shows traces from the Middle Bronze Age at an altitude of 1,450 meters. This makes the area one of the oldest mining areas in the European high mountains - a "small sensation", according to Dr. Krause.
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Muntafuner
Gaglaweg
Adventure for the whole family.
Experience the Muntafuner Gaglaweg with your family - exciting children's hiking trails that allow you to experience nature in a playful way. Everything you need is in the Gaglaweg rucksack, which you can borrow for a deposit from our tourist information offices.
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