Ochsenkopf

Ochsenkopf stands on the border between Liechtenstein and Austria in the Rätikon range of the Eastern Alps. It rises near the village of Malbun, a small settlement in the mountains. The peak reaches 2,286 metres above sea level, making it a prominent landmark in the region. The Rätikon range stretches along the Rhine Valley, offering dramatic scenery. Malbun itself is a quiet resort known for winter sports and summer hiking. The mountain’s name, meaning ‘ox head’, comes from its distinctive shape when viewed from certain angles. The Ochsenkopf is worth the journey for its sweeping views across the Alps. On clear days the panorama includes the Swiss Alps and the Rhine Valley below. The mountain is part of a well-marked trail network used by hikers and climbers throughout the year. Local maps show routes that start from Malbun and climb steadily to the summit. The contrast between the rugged peaks and the green valleys below draws visitors from nearby towns and beyond. At the top visitors find a simple summit cross and a wide platform of bare rock. The view stretches for many kilometres in every direction. On the Austrian side the terrain drops steeply into the Montafon valley. On the Liechtenstein side the landscape falls towards the Rhine plain. In winter the slopes around Ochsenkopf become part of a ski area with lifts and prepared runs. In summer the same paths attract walkers looking for quiet high-altitude trails.