7194 Schäfersteig Trail

The tour starts in Samnaun Dorf and follows the northern side of the valley in a varied combination of uphill and downhill sections. A forest road first climbs to the viewpoint at 2,146 metres. After a further 80 steep metres of elevation gain, which partly have to be pushed, wide views open up across the Samnauntal valley behind the impressive avalanche barriers. At point 2167, an exciting descent begins, with steep, rooty and winding sections. This passage requires good riding technique and delivers a real trail experience. At point 2036, the route joins a forest road and continues to the Fuorcla Curschiglias, where a bench invites riders to take a short break. The route then descends through the forest, with numerous tight switchbacks, to the valley road in Samnaun-Compatsch. The final section is the climb along the Schergenbach stream back to Samnaun Dorf. The Fair Trail Schäfersteig demands technical skill and fitness, rewarding riders with spectacular views across the Samnauntal valley.

Getting to and around the Paznaun valley | Region Paznaun – Ischgl
 

Getting to and around the Paznaun valley | Region Paznaun – Ischgl
 
Parking in Galtür, Ischgl, Kappl & See | Region Paznaun – Ischgl
 

 
With the railway station in Landeck, the Paznaun is optimally connected to the Austrian train network. From Landeck-Zams station, only a short bus ride separates you from the Paznaun. Every half hour, line bus 260 runs from there through the valley. Bus stop: Ischgl Silvrettabahn

Buses in the Paznaun valley | Region Paznaun – Ischgl