Steg and the Valünatal
A high valley above Triesenberg with a reservoir, cross-country skiing and alpine meadow.
Updated 3 September 2026
Steg sits at around 1,300 metres on the road up to Malbun, a small settlement at the mouth of the Valünatal with a reservoir beside it, and the valley running back from it is alpine meadow and forest with a stream through the middle. In winter it is Liechtenstein's cross-country skiing ground; in summer it is walking and the meadows come out in flower. The Gänglesee reservoir is the focus. A tunnel runs from Steg through to Triesenberg, cut to keep the road open when the pass was blocked.
The landscape
- The Gänglesee - the reservoir beside the settlement.
- The Valünatal - the alpine valley running back from Steg.
- The cross-country trails - the winter skiing the valley is used for.
- The summer meadows - the alpine flowering through July.
When to go
June to September is the walking season with the meadows at their best in July. December to March is the cross-country season. The shoulder months are quiet.
Things to know
The settlement is very small with few facilities. Snow cover for skiing is not reliable in warm winters. The road up is winding.
Nearby
Malbun is east, and Triesenberg is below.
What to pack for Steg and the Valünatal
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- Broken-in walking shoes or boots - Grip and ankle support matter more than looks; never hike in brand-new boots. Find on Amazon
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- Layers + a waterproof shell - Mountain weather turns fast; a packable rain jacket saves the day. Find on Amazon
- An insulated + windproof jacket - A down or synthetic layer under a hard shell handles most cold. Find on Amazon
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