To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Quality Automation GmbH, the management team organized a very special thank-you for the entire staff: From June 26 to 29, 2025, all colleagues embarked on an unforgettable company outing to the picturesque Montafon region in Gaschurn, Austria. The trip included accommodation in a comfortable 4-star wellness hotel and a varied program that left nothing to be desired.
We kicked off our journey on Thursday morning, traveling together on a comfortable double-decker bus toward Austria. After arriving in the afternoon and cooling off in the hotel pool, we wrapped up the first day with an exquisite four-course dinner at the hotel restaurant. In a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere, the evening was filled with laughter, toasts, and quality time together.
Friday began with a visit to the nearby town of Schruns, followed by an ascent to Bartholomäberg and a visit to Verner’s – one of the absolute highlights of the trip. Set against a breathtaking alpine backdrop, we enjoyed an interactive experience: divided into three groups, we had the chance to brew beer, prepare and cook a meal under the guidance of the head chef, and process meat for sausages and Leberkäse. The meat came from locally raised stone sheep – regional quality that we could truly taste in the lavish meal that followed.
That evening, we headed to a lively local beer festival with a traditional brass band concert near the hotel, where we celebrated, danced, and laughed late into the night.
Saturday brought an active start: split into two groups, one explored the town of Gaschurn on a guided tour personally led by the mayor, who shared fascinating insights into the town’s history and tourism development. The second group took on a challenging mountain hike, climbing over 650 vertical meters – a rewarding adventure with stunning views and a refreshing dip in a secluded mountain lake.
Both groups ended their routes at a mountain farm near the hotel, where we were warmly welcomed with refreshing drinks and homemade grilled specialties. With excellent hospitality and live music from a specially booked duo, we enjoyed a cozy and entertaining evening to conclude the day.
Sunday came with a bittersweet farewell: after another generous breakfast together, we began our journey back to Stolberg – carrying with us many cherished memories and a renewed sense of being part of an incredible team.
A heartfelt thank you to the management for this wonderfully organized anniversary trip, and to everyone who helped make it such a success!
