Hiking Tips and Emergency Contacts
Tips & Information for a Safe Mountain Experience
Dear hikers,
Here are a few tips on how to safely and carefree conquer the mountains of the Alpine region Vorarlberg:
To plan
Find out about the length and difficulty of your route and familiarize your relatives or hosts with your destination.
Suitable equipment
Sturdy shoes, warm clothing, provisions, sunglasses, sunscreen, backpack, rain cover, hiking map, mobile phone for emergencies, etc.
Current weather report
The weather in the mountains is not always predictable. With a good diagnosis and local tips from the locals you prevent wet surprises.
schedule
Started early in the morning and scheduled a backup, ensures safe return before dark.
condition
Evaluate yourself objectively. The weakest of the group should decide the pace! Do not overwork and take enough breaks - it should be fun too!
Drink
A lot of drinking! Attention - alcohol limits the performance.
Marked trails
Our trails are marked. Great thing! Always follow the marking and in case of doubt always reverse in time.
Respect your limits
Meet nature with respect. Avoid noise and waste! Observe nature conservation laws! The next hiker will thank you! >> Respect your limits
Alright? Well then, have fun on your next hike or mountain tour!
Hiking Paths
All trails are marked according to the Vorarlberg hiking trails concept and divided into three levels of difficulty.
The site number can save lives!
The location number is recorded centrally at the rescue and fire station. In an emergency, the exact location of the casualty can be determined. Thus, quick help is guaranteed.
Emergency Contacts
112 euros emergency call
144 Rescue / Mountain rescue Vorarlberg
What happened?
When did it happen?
WHERE was something happening?
HOW many injured?
WHO reports?
Do you have reception on your mobile phone?
YES >>> 112 select
NO >>> Switch the mobile off and on again, and select 112 again (instead of the PIN). Still no reception: change location and dial 112 at regular intervals.