Together on the Trail

The SMART hiking weekand at Montafon

At the end of June, it was time once again for the SMARTies to lace up their hiking boots, leave everyday life behind, and spend a few enjoyable days together in the mountains. This year’s destination for our hiking weekend was the Montafon region.

Friday immediately presented us with a challenge: temperatures well above 30°C. Nevertheless, we set off together for the Lindauer Hütte mountain hut. Some completed the entire hike, while others decided to turn back along the way. In the evening, we enjoyed potato pancakes with salad and applesauce and shared stories and experiences from the day.
On Saturday, we started the day with a homemade braided yeast loaf baked by Danyah and a birthday cake for Evangelos. Stefanie and Regina also joined the group.

As the heat continued to be a constant companion, we opted for a tour through the valley directly from our accommodation. This allowed everyone to set their own pace and enjoy the impressive scenery of the Montafon region.

The culinary highlight of the day was our shared dinner: Dhammika and Lasanta surprised us with homemade Sri Lankan specialties and provided the perfect ending to the day.

On Sunday, the group split up. Four particularly motivated hikers set off on foot towards Schafberg, while the others took the train up the mountain and explored the surrounding area on a shorter route.

One of the weekend’s highlights followed for part of the group: a thrilling ride back down the mountain on Mountain Carts. Those who preferred a more relaxed option simply took the train back down.

As many colleagues had to leave on Sunday, the evening was a little quieter. During a shared bowl dinner, we looked back on the past few days and reflected on the many memorable moments we had experienced together.

A special thank you goes to Jörg for organizing the trip. With countless impressions, plenty of elevation gained, and a generous dose of summer heat, the 2026 hiking weekend will certainly remain a memorable experience for a long time to come.