Closure of the Silvretta High Alpine Road
The Silvretta High Alpine Road
The Silvretta High Alpine Road is one of the most popular alpine passes in Austria and connects the Montafon valley via the Bielerhöhe with Tyrol. Despite its great popularity, however, the route remains impassable for the time being. The reason for this is rockfalls and mudslides that occurred around two years ago. According to the current situation, the road is expected to remain closed until 2030, much to the dismay of many travellers.
Why does the Silvretta High Alpine Road remain closed for so long?
The events in the summer of 2024 showed that the route is exposed to considerable natural hazards. As early as summer 2025, the road had to be closed again due to an increased risk of rockfall. In order to guarantee safety in the future, extensive protective measures are necessary. Plans include, among other things, protective embankments as well as partially new route alignments for the High Alpine Road. Since the construction decision is not expected to be made until March 2027, reopening is not expected before 2030 at the earliest.
Alternative route
The Vermunt cable car from Partenen offers an alternative. It operates during the summer months and continues to provide visitors with access to the Bielerhöhe.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
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