Real mountains. Real experience. The Montafon Podcast

The Montafon is a valley: a depression between mountains, formed by glaciers, rising towards the back. But the Montafon is much more than that and one thing above all: unique. Because lively village life, cultural and historical attractions and authentic customs are concentrated between the rugged peaks of the surrounding Alps. Even elusive things such as hospitality and joie de vivre have found their home here.

But what is life actually like in this southernmost corner of Vorarlberg? What awaits those interested in the various corners of the Montafon and what topics are the locals interested in? In "Real mountains. The Montafon Podcast", Jens from Germany meets real Montafon locals who give him an exclusive look behind the scenes and allow him to immerse himself in the life and culture of the valley.

In the first season, presenter Jens already met Hermann, who gave him a very authentic and personal presentation of his homeland. Christine, a native Montafonian, accompanied Jens through the Montafon with a lot of passion and humor in the second season. And now, in the third season, Jens has the pleasure of welcoming the young Montafon native Alissa as his new companion on his journey of discovery through the Montafon. What will the two of them experience this season? Have a listen!

But who is Amrei? In addition to the four main characters - the Verwall, the Silvretta, the Rätikon and the valley itself, Amrei, a young Montafon woman, plays the leading role in the novel "Amrei and the Alpine Mosaic Montafon". In addition to Amrei and her story, the texts for the service booklet and the infrastructure were also created by journalist Ingrid Yasha Rösner.

"Amrei und das Alpenmosaik Montafon" is a story about the fascinating natural diversity of the Montafon and a generation on the threshold of a new era, in which their own wishes and dreams seek their place in a world of traditions, obligations and traditional conventions.

Narrated by George Nussbaumer and now available for you to listen to as an audio book, either from your favorite provider or directly here on our website:

Who are Alissa and Jens?

With Alissa, Jens has both a new companion and a good portion of Montafon lifestyle at his side.

Alissa was born and raised in the Montafon and feels right at home here - it is this Montafon attitude to life that accompanies you throughout the current season...

What will Alissa and Jens experience in the new episodes? You can be curious!

Who are Christine and Jens?

With a lot of warmth and humor, Christine accompanies Jens in the second season through her home, the Montafon.

In the second season, Jens is on the road with Christine, a native Montafoner. Christine knows the Montafon like the back of her hand and accompanies Jens through her "Dahem" in nine episodes with her warm and humorous manner.

The two jokers experience many interesting and funny "Montafon" moments and get to know unique people, places and animals. Whether on an impressive glacier hike in the Silvretta, a night-time ski excursion or at a midsummer bonfire in Gargellen - the adventures the two share are well worth listening to. So switch on the podcast and listen in!

Who are Hermann and Jens?

Jens and Hermann present the first season of the Montafon Podcast in an authentic, genuine and very personal way.

The eventful podcast journey begins for the humorous duo in summer 2021. In a total of nine episodes, Jens and Hermann embark on many exciting adventures together in Vorarlberg's southernmost valley: from the everyday working life of an alpine farmer to safety on the mountain and sustainable tourism development in the Montafon. Thanks to the many stories and experiences, you'll be right up close!

Listen to the first nine episodes with Jens and Hermann and immerse yourself in life and culture in the Montafon! They are exciting, varied and reflect the Montafon in all its facets.