3 Valleys Trail

The 3 Valleys Trail starts in Zürs and initially heads towards Monzabonalpe. Right at the start, there is a steep, narrow path that quickly gains altitude as it passes a waterfall. Further up, the terrain opens out and the trail continues upwards to the Rüfikopf plateau. It continues through the Ochsengümple to the Rauhkopfscharte – the highest point of the route. After the saddle comes a section with particularly stunning views: the trail runs along the slope towards the Stuttgarter Hütte, offering sweeping views of the Krabachtal valley time and again. This section is one of the scenic highlights of the circuit and also features trails that are easy to run on.

The long descent begins at the Stuttgarter Hütte. The trail leads steadily downhill through the Pazüeltal – initially with a more alpine character, later becoming increasingly smooth. Via the Trittalpe, you reach lower altitudes again before the final kilometres take you back to Zürs, your starting point.

The 3 Täler Trail is a challenging loop with impressive sections and a long descent. Ideal for experienced trail runners who want to combine endurance, sure-footedness and an immersive experience of nature.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS:

140 Alpine emergencies throughout Austria

144 Alpine emergencies in Vorarlberg

112 European emergency number (works with any mobile phone/network)

Safety in the mountains

From Germany: Take the A96 to Bregenz, then the A14 to Bludenz, and continue on the S16 to the Lech Zürs am Arlberg exit. Follow the B197 through Stuben, up the winding roads to the Flexengalerie, and over the Flexen Pass to reach Lech Zürs am Arlberg.

From Switzerland: Take the A13 and cross the border at Feldkirch, Hohenems or Lustenau, then follow the A14 to Bludenz. Continue on the S16 to the Lech Zürs am Arlberg exit. Take the B197 through Stuben, up the winding road to the Flexengalerie, and over the Flexen Pass to reach Lech Zürs am Arlberg.

From Austria: Take the A12 Inntal motorway and continue on the S16 to the St. Anton am Arlberg (Arlberg Pass) exit. Follow the B197, first through St. Anton, then through St. Christoph and over the Arlberg Pass to Alpe Rauz. Here, turn right onto the B198. Pass through the Flexengalerie and over the Flexen Pass to reach Lech Zürs am Arlberg.

The stations at St. Anton am Arlberg and Langen am Arlberg are served regularly by local and long-distance trains. From there, you can take the bus (line 750/760) to Lech am Arlberg. From the village centre, you can take the local bus to the starting point.

Bus timetable