Vermunt Stausee, reservoir in Austria

Vermunt Stausee is a reservoir at 1,743 m in the Montafon valley, bordered by the Litzner-Seehorn group to the south, the Kresperspitze to the east and the Hochmaderer to the west. Its 50-metre-high gravity dam, built from 1928 to 1931, holds 5.3 million cubic metres of water. The Silvretta High-Alpine Road runs along its eastern shore.

The reservoir was created as part of the region's hydroelectric development during the 20th century. The surrounding landscape was shaped by glaciers and mountain erosion over centuries, forming the valley as it appears today.

The name comes from the Vermunt stream that feeds the reservoir. Visitors can observe how the local landscape has been shaped for both water management and outdoor recreation.

The reservoir is easily reached via the Silvretta High-Alpine Road starting from Wirl, which offers scenic views along the way. Bring weather-appropriate clothing since mountain conditions can change rapidly.

From here hikers can climb to the Saarbrücker Hut, a mountain shelter offering refreshments and rest. The walking route connects to a broader network of alpine huts and mountain paths throughout the region.