Herbal Walk to the Stafel Alpe with Christiane Martin

Have you ever been on a biotope excursion?

Under the expert guidance of Matthias Merta, you have the opportunity to explore this special natural jewel at the Faschinajoch on Sunday, July 26, 2026 - barrier-free and in a relaxed atmosphere. Around the Faschinajoch, you will find extraordinarily species-rich meadows: alpine meadows, meager meadows, and other traditional meadow types shape this cultural landscape. Together, we will investigate why meager meadows are among the most species-rich habitats in Europe, which plants and animals call this place home, and how this diversity is closely linked to careful, traditional management.

The excursion is aimed at all nature enthusiasts, especially at people who may otherwise find it difficult to participate in natural history tours due to physical limitations. The entire tour will be made as accessible as possible. An invitation to consciously experience nature's diversity - accessible to all.
• Distance under 500 meters
• only paved paths
• a calm pace and plenty of time for observations and exchanges

The biotope excursions are offered in collaboration with committed municipalities in Vorarlberg. Information on further biotope excursions can be found in the event calendar at www.umweltv.at/veranstaltungen.

Prerequisites
Registration:
by Friday, July 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM at T +43 5554 200 10 or info@grosseswalsertal.at

Meeting point:
2:00 PM at the parking lot at Faschinapass

Getting there:
By buses 570 and 575

Price Information: 
Participation is free of charge.


Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Date: July 26, 2026
Day of the week: Sunday
Duration: approx. 2 h
Excursion leader: Matthias Merta, Vorarlberg nature guide
What to bring: Weather protection, drinks, and snacks as needed