Rappenloch Gorge & Staufensee
Gorge Hike · Moderate
4 km | 1:30 hr | 189 m elevation gain
The loop leads through the Rappenloch Gorge up to Staufensee and around the lake—featuring rock faces, forest trails, and water right on the city’s doorstep.
Bregenz Festival
The festival's open-air stage, situated like an island on a platform in Lake Constance, uses the surrounding water in a unique way as an integral part of the opera and theater performances. Spectators can also enjoy an idyllic natural spectacle from their seats.
Hoher Freschen
Mountain Hike · Difficult
15.9 km | 7 hours | 1,140 meters of elevation gain
The Hohe Freschen, at 2,004 meters, is the most challenging climb on the route. This challenging mountain hike takes you into the alpine mountains of Vorarlberg and rewards you with a sweeping panoramic view.
Bödele – Alpe Weißenfluh
Alpine Hike · Moderate
6.5 km | 2:10 hrs | 320 m elevation gain
From Bödele, the trail leads past Hochälpele, several huts, and alpine pastures to Alpe Weißenfluh at 1,360 m. A varied hike with beautiful views and places to stop for refreshments along the way.
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Panoramic Hike · Moderate
3.4 km | 1:20 hr | 512 m elevation gain
From the valley station, the route leads up to Dornbirn's local mountain. From the top, you can enjoy a view over the Rhine Valley and Lake Constance all the way to the Swiss Alps—and if you'd like, you can take the cable car back down in comfort.Bregenz Festival
The festival's open-air stage, situated like an island on a platform in Lake Constance, uses the surrounding water in a unique way as an integral part of the opera and theater performances. Spectators can also enjoy an idyllic natural spectacle from their seats.
Culture and Music
Curtain up for Salzburg: Each summer, the festival transforms historic squares and grand stages into venues for opera, theater, and music.
Cycling Around Villach
Whether you’re riding along the lake, on the Drau Cycle Path, or up into the mountains—this is the perfect place for both leisure cyclists and serious athletes.
Hiking Around Villach
Peaks, alpine pastures, and trails with lake views—the Carinthian landscape is at its most beautiful when explored on foot.
