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What’s the plan for today? Hitting the slopes? A snowshoe ramble followed by a toboggan ride or mounting to a lodge on foot, with a promise of dazzling views and savoury regional delicacies? A trendy après-ski concert or museum visit? Winter in Vorarlberg in ’s very west is as colourful as it gets.

A natural scenery of impressing beauty that Thanks to short distances and regional ski night at torchlight, are organised regularly. A string of quaint villages all ooze charm. touches the senses, blending majestic pass networks, you can easily discover Cross-country trails are almost everywhere. At many places, the blend of traditional peaks and gently undulating hills. There is several ski areas. And there is a surfeit of toboggan runs, and contemporary (timber) is a vast choice of excellent ski terrain, man- some even with night-time facilities. eye-catching. aged by highly professional lift companies. If you want to learn , perfect your No wonder, since the art of skiing was dis- technique, or venture on a ski tour, check Vorarlberg ticks all the boxes when it comes Many hotels and holiday apartments also covered here on the and further out the next ski school which offers just the to convenience and quality. Your day is manage a skilful mix of trad and mod. developed ever since. An abundance of service you need. The little ones can pract - abuzz with activity. Music gigs are hosted There, you can lodge in sophisticated natural snow and ample artificial snow- ice their first turns in playfully designed at the ski lodges and in some hotels to end surroundings, enjoy heart-felt hospitality, making facilities provide top-notch conditi- surroundings on “magic carpets”, accomp - the day of skiing in style. In the towns and and savour delicious, regional cuisine. ons on the runs and free-ride slopes. anied by fairy-tale figures that line the villages, museums and exhibition halls At some resorts, early birds can set out be- runs. open their doors also in winter and unfold fore the regular lift operating hours and new horizons. Ski races and sports contests www.vorarlberg.travel carve their first turns on the freshly groom - Winter hikers and snowshoe ramblers as invite you to either take part yourself, or ed runs. A network of scheduled and ski well find delight in the snow. Guided tours simply stand by and watch. buses serve the different valleys. and walks, either during daytime or at ière rout arte vec c berg A orarl du V vt 1861 Vorarlberg in Winter What’s hot and what’s ahead in 2017/18 Experience Vorarlberg real time #visitvorarlberg

How to Reach Vorarlberg Six Inviting Regions

Vorarlberg is within easy reach on all routes and all means of transport. The system of public transport is extremely There are six holiday regions in Vorarlberg. While every one of them has a distinctive character of its own, they share many common features: the ski areas well developed. Train and bus services are closely dovetailed in the Vorarlberg Transport Network boast state-of-the art lifts and cable cars and perfectly groomed runs. Several ski schools offer courses for beginners and advanced skiers, for on-piste skiing and freeriding. Guided ski tours, winter hikes and snowshoe rambles are organised at many places.

... by car ... by rail From the north via Singen–Friedrichshafen– or Singen– Austria: Good connections from eastern and southern Austria, World-famous: Joie de vivre: Bregenzerwald Konstanz/Kreuzlingen–St. Gallen, via Ulm–Memmingen–Lindau. also motorail and night trains (www.oebb.at). Zürs am Arlberg Bregenzerwald offers varied skiing, beauty Via or Munich–Memmingen–Lindau or via Nürnberg– : via Lindau–. The target station for the Klein - Where was literally born, you to behold, fine dining and comfortable Ulm–Lindau. walsertal is Oberstdorf/Allgäu (G). (www.deutschebahn.com and can today enjoy excellent runs and free-ride lodging. The practical 3-valley ski pass From the west via Zürich–St. Gallen or Zurich–Walensee–Sar- www.autoreisezug-planer.de). slopes in Austria’s largest interconnected interconnects all ski areas. From Warth- gans. : via Zürich–St. Gallen–Bregenz or Zürich– Sargans– ski area. Lech Zürs am Arlberg is among the Schröcken you can take the ski shuttle to From the south via Como (I/CH)–San Bernardino–Chur; Brenner Feldkirch (www.sbb.ch). leading winter sports destinations in the Lech Zürs am Arlberg. The mix of old and motorway (I/A)–Innsbruck or Reschen pass (I/A)–. . Expect superior standards of quality, new (timber) architecture in the villages From the east via Innsbruck–Arlberg road tunnel or Arlberg pass ... by air from luxury hotels to holiday apartments. and up on the mountains is eye-catching. road or via ––Bregenzerwald (Note: the L 198 The nearest airports (distance in km to Bregenz): An array of cultural and music events spice Lech Zürs Tourismus 12 themed “Design Trails” will let you gain Bregenzerwald Tourismus Lechtal road from Warth nach Lech is usually closed in winter). • -Airport Friedrichshafen (G, 35 km), up the winter season. T +43.(0)5583.2161-0, F 3155 an understanding of local architecture and T +43.(0)5512.2365, F 3010 The can be reached on the A7 via Memmingen- serving destinations from/to Germany. [email protected] design. [email protected] Kempten-Immenstadt or Füssen-Immenstadt or Lindau-Immen - • St. Gallen-Altenrhein (CH, 20 km), www.lechzuers.com www.bregenzerwald.at/en Traffic restrictions stadt (B308), then continue via Sonthofen and Oberstdorf. direct service from/to . The following roads are closed during the winter • Allgäu-Airport Memmingen (G, 77 km), months: Toll fees services within Europe. Silvretta high alpine road via Bielerhöhe. Secondary Motorways and expressways in Austria are subject to toll. • Zurich (CH, 119 km), intercontinental services. Inspiring: Nature-loving: Kleinwalsertal • 10-day sticker for passenger vehicles EUR 8.90 roads: usually the L 198 Lech talstrasse (Lech-Warth) • Innsbruck (A, 184 km), services to/from Vienna and Europe. Bodensee-Vorarlberg Holidays in the Kleinwalsertal are all about • 2-month sticker for passenger vehicles EUR 25.90 and the L 51 Laternser Strasse (Inner la terns-Furka Urban culture and winter fun can best be restoring spent energy. In this two-country • One-year sticker for passenger vehicles EUR 86.40 pass-Damüls). Partially closed depending on weather www.vorarlberg.travel combined near Lake Constance. From the ski area spanning Austria and Germany, (price status 2017), www.asfinag.at conditions: Riedberg pass (between and towns of Bregenz, , you can experience fantastic skiing in great Balder schwang/Allgäu). and Feldkirch, the ski areas are within easy scenery. There is a choice of leisurely de- reach by bus and rail. Some smaller ski scents as well as daredevil runs and deep areas in the region are virtually at your powder. The Crystal Ground Snowpark is a doorstep. A string of museums hosts inter- rallying point for freestylers and suited also

Stuttgart ➛ Nürnberg Distance in km for the fastest route to esting exhibitions, and concert halls and Bodensee-Vorarlberg Tourismus for beginners. Cross-country skiers, winter Kleinwalsertal Tourismus

Nürnberg ➛ Ulm Vorarlberg (Bregenz): theatres stage inspiring performances. T +43.(0)5574.43443-0, F 43443-4 hikers and snowshoe ramblers can recon- T +43.(0)5517.5114-0, F 5114-419 To get into the mood for Christmas, why [email protected] nect with their inner self amidst fabulous [email protected] GERMANY www.bodensee-vorarlberg.com/en D Munich Berlin 735 km not visit the advent markets in the towns. nature. www.kleinwalsertal.com/en Lake Constance Singen Memmingen Frankfurt 419 km Konstanz Geneva 396 km Lake Con GERMANY Schaffhausen Friedrichshafen CH Hamburg 801 km Bregenzerwald stance Lindau St.Gallen Leipzig 572 km Bregenz Family-friendly: , Unplug from the daily grind: Klein- Altenrhein Milan 307 km Dornbirn Alpen stadt , , walsertal Zurich Munich 185 km Bodensee- VORARLBERG Grosses Walsertal Vorarlberg Disclosure AUSTRIA Etching the first trails at sunrise on freshly- SWITZERLAND 328 km Publisher: Vorarlberg Tourismus GmbH, Dornbirn. Feldkirch Brandnertal and the Sonnenkopf ski area groomed runs. Exploring extensive ski More information? Innsbruck Stuttgart 212 km Brandnertal – Arlberg Photos: Sepp Mallaun, Adolf Bereuter/Bregen zer wald Tourismus, Curt Huber, FL are filled with fun and adventure for areas, and feasting on regional delicacies Alpenstadt Bludenz – Brandnertal Tourismus, Oliver Farys, Kleinwalsertal Touris mus, Silvretta Monta- Bludenz Vienna 618 km families, with opportunities for skiing, in cosy lodges and mountain-top inns. Klostertal – Großes Walsertal We will readily send you information on special themes or brochures and accommodation fon-Daniel Zangerl, Bewegungsberg Golm-Christoph Schöch, Dietmar / Rhine FL Chur Zurich 123 km husky sleigh-riding, snow-shoe rambling Heading for a ski tour into neighbouring A directories of the different holiday regions free of charge. Don’t hesitate to order. Alpenregion Bludenz Tourismus, cineasticgondolas-Kirstin Tödtling/Lech Zürs SWITZERLAND Tourismus, Beate Armbruster/Hotel Gasthof Krone Hittisau. or high-adrenaline tobogganing. If you Switzerland in the company of a mountain Montafon Contacts: Text: Kinz Kommunikation. Concept/design: Vorarlberg Tourismus. want to explore several ski areas, choose guide, or venturing on the Silvretta ski Translation: Michaela Spracklin. Basis for the map: © Land Vorarlberg / Vorarlberg Tourismus, P.O. box 99, 6850 Dornbirn, Austria, T +43.(0)5572.377033-0 Alpenstadt Bludenz as your base. Alpenregion Bludenz Tourismus safari. in the serenity of a winter Montafon Tourismus GmbH © Outdooractive GmbH / © BEV 2016 Bundesamt für Eich- und The Grosses Walsertal biosphere park T +43.(0)5552.30227, F 30227-1712 wonderland or rambling on snowshoes. T +43.(0)5.06686 CH (MON–SAT 8–18 h), F +43.(0)5572.377033-5, [email protected] Vermessungs wesen / © 1996-2016 NAVTEQ. All Rights reserved. Vorarlberg Tourismus subscribes to eco-friendly winter sports [email protected] The Montafon offers a well-balanced mix [email protected] At www.vorarlberg.travel you will find up-to-date information, suggested events, travel Printed by: Vorarlberger Verlagsanstalt GmbH, Dornbirn. Printed in Austria. All information based on supplied data. Poststraße 11, Postfach 99, 6850 Dornbirn, Austria close to nature. www.alpenregion-vorarlberg.com/en of activity, the enjoyment of nature, and www.montafon.at/en hints, packages and brochures for download. On this website you can directly select and book an accommodation for your holidays. Or turn to the Vorarlberg holiday regions and While every care has been taken in processing the data T +43.(0)5572.377033-0 (MON–SAT 8–18 h), F +43.(0)5572.377033-5 peace and serenity. received, no liability is accepted for the correctness of [email protected], www.vorarlberg.travel/en your travel agent. the information given. Data as of: August 2017. Ski Runs, Slopes & Cross-Country Hiking in Winter Wonderland at Your Own Pace

Runs and slopes all carpeted in enticing white. Some like to mount conveniently by lift or cable car, before descending on skis. Others prefer virgin terrain, venturing on a ski tour How soothing the silence is. Walking in fresh air has an invigorating effect. Just marvel at winter’s beauty, how gentle and soft the landscape has turned. This haven of peace or trying their hand at freeriding. Several ski schools offer courses in all disciplines, for beginners and practiced skiers alike, as well as guides for your safety. and serenity can best be discovered when walking. Now is the time to lace your sturdy walking boots, or ramble cross-country on snowshoes. Courses and guided tours are offered at many places.

Early-Bird Skiing Arlberg hosts the Snow & Safety conference featuring talks and in Gargellen and ends in neighbouring Switzerland. A tip for On Marked Trails and Cross-country takes hikers with a penchant for all good things in life through this and in the Lecknertal near Hittisau im Bregenzerwald, you can set Plenty of space on the freshly -groomed runs and a wonderful workshops. Freeride safety camps are offered in January. Freeride touring professionals is the 6-hour ascent to Gamsfreiheit peak Enveloped by serenity and magical beauty, this is how winter culinary region. A mid-morning snack and a glass of Austrian wine out on a full-moon tour accompanied by a local guide. morning mood. Early-bird ski outings ending with a hearty world champion Lorraine Huber directs “Women's Progression at 2,211 m in the Grosses Walsertal biosphere park. presents itself when hiking or snowshoe rambling. Mountain are offered en route. On Wednesday evenings, you can join a snowshoe tour at the Golm mountain breakfast epitomize this ever-so-special experience. Days“ (freeride camps for women). • The Silvretta ski safari in Montafon runs from the Silvretta restaurants and lodges line many trails, ideal shelters to warm up im Montafon to the Flying-Fox-Golm and swoosh down across the Early-bird tours are offered in the Silvretta Montafon ski area in The ski area of Warth-Schröcken is home to one of the most mod - Bielerhöhe heights at 2,032 m to Galtür in Tirol, then on a snow and fortify yourself. The numerous winter hiking trails are either Roaming on Winter Trails in the Bregenzerwald reservoir. The night of adventure at Golm ends with a traditional and in Gaschurn, as well as in the Kleinwalsertal ern avalanche protection practice facilities in the Alps. At given cat up to Zeinisjoch and back. To find out more about avalanches, cleared or easy to negotiate with mountain boots. Snowshoe An absolutely novel experience: you walk for three days across “Kees-knöpfli“ (cheese dumpling) dinner. A guided snowshoe hike (starting mid-March). dates, skiers and snowboarders may take part in SAAC avalanche enrol in a beginner’s class which is now held on Thursdays. rambles take hikers cross-country. For safety reasons, you should exceptionally beautiful winter scenery and spend the night at in Gargellen is organis ed once a week, taking ramblers through the and safety awareness camps. On Wednesdays, a five-hour deep The challenging Kleinwalsertal ski safari goes up and down from always be accompanied by an expert guide who is familiar with different hotels. Along the way, you can explore some quaint little winter night. The Legendary White Ring snow course with Freeride Safety Check is organised in the Klein - Kleinwalsertal to Bregenzerwald and back. the terrain and knows the risks, and be equipped with proper villages and sights such as the Werkraum building in . The ultimate in skiing: This 22km-long circuit takes skiers around walsertal. Once weekly, the Freeride Center near the Grasjoch gear. To help you not to lose your bearings, all trails are clearly You travel light, as your luggage is transported from hotel to hotel. More information at www.vorarlberg.travel Lech Zürs am Arlberg. En route, they have to negotiate leisurely Bahn mountain station in the Montafon stages hands-on freeride marked. and demanding runs. For an adrenaline boost, enter the race on safety checks. In the Grosses Walsertal biosphere park, the Walser Gliding on Cross-country Trails Guided snowshoe tours are organised in all regions: Torch-hike in the Spruce Forest this circuit on 20 January 2018. Each year, some 1,000 skiers take guides accompany first-timers on a deep powder venture. All regions boast cross-country and skating trails. You can find • Magically transformed by winter, the secluded mountain The crunch of snow under your feet. The glow of a torch radiating part in the world’s most legendary ski race. Vorarlberg‘s highest cross-country trails at the Silvretta-Bieler- scenery instils a sense of discovery. A tour at Diedamskopf in warmth. It is oh so romantic to set out at twilight. Torch hikes are Crossing Vorarlberg on Skis höhe heights at an altitude of 2,032 m in Montafon. Au- in the Bregenzerwald combines mounting on organised in most regions and are great fun especially for kids. Winter – interactive Expert Tricks and Tips Exploring Vorarlberg on skis within a week is now possible on The Nordic Sport Park Sulzberg in Bregenzerwald boasts 40 km snowshoes with a toboggan ride down to the valley. The torch hike to Garfrescha in the Montafon is a once-in-a lifetime The Vorarlberg State Tourist Board has panoramic maps of Which slopes are the finest at which time of the day? How can the Ski Ride Vorarlberg tour that is accompanied by ski guides. of cross-country trails (20 km classic and 20 km skating). A part • In the deep forests of the Grosses Walsertal biosphere park, experience. Having mounted on the Valisera ropeway and fortified the ski resorts, and current snow and avalanche reports. you perfect your turns? Guided by an expert, you can familiarize In seven days, the trail takes skiers through ski areas and into of the trail is even illuminated at night-time from Mondays to nature can develop free from human interference. An informative themselves in the rustic Gässbarga restaurant (vernacular for goat Plus useful tips and hints about events and activities such yourself with the ski areas and improve your riding technique. open terrain, from the Kleinwalsertal in the north to the Monta- Fridays. Moreover, there is a biathlon range, which you try upon and delightful snowshoe tour takes hikers into this mysterious pen), the party hikes trough the wintery spruce forest, returning to as winter hiking, cross-country skiing or tobogganing. Several ski schools offer courses for beginners and advanced fon in the south. prior registration. world. the valley by toboggan or on the Garfrescha ropeway. With the Vorarlberg App you can download everything skiers, for children and adults, and there are a number of special The ski school in Kleinwalsertal offer a cross-country course • On the snowshoe ramble to the Gottesacker plateau in the onto your smartphone. programmes on offer: Off-Piste Skiing “Classic cross-country through Kleinwalsertal: Cross country Kleinwalsertals you will feel truly elevated. Wind-formed snow Icicles in the Gorge www.vorarlberg.travel/app (in German only) • Movement in space and on the slope: the Ski!Project in the Touring in open terrain is pure bliss but only in the company of ski skiing made easy“ on Thursdays on the Steinbock trail. dunes line the panoramic trail. Visitors to the Breitachklamm gorge, which can be reached from Bregenzerwald combines movement inspired by contemporary guides. Safety gear is a must. Several ski schools offer guided ski • What glorious views! From Muttjöchle, which can be reached on the Kleinwalsertal, will be stunned by the fairy-tale landscape of dance and skiing. tours, courses for freeriders and ski safaris. At most sites, the gear Mehr Informationen: www.vorarlberg.travel moderately steep trails from the Klostertal or Montafon, sweeping ice and snow. Icicles, mighty ice curtains and frozen waterfalls • Refresher courses after a break: An afternoon for those who (skis, hides, avalanche beacon, shovel, probe) can be rented. views of Vorarlberg’s mountains unfold. form a unique sight. Torch hikes through the gorge leave an Social Media want to rediscover the feel of skiing and hone their skills, organ- indelible memory. You can experience Vorarlberg in real time on Facebook, ised on Sundays in the Kleinwalsertal. • For freeriders: the 3-km long descent from Sonnenkopf in Hiking and Fine Dining Instagram, Twitter, Youtube and Pinterest. Share your holiday Klostertal in the direction of Nenziggasttal is every rider’s dream. Themed culinary hikes are a signature programme in the Bre - When the Moon Shines impressions with us! #visitvorarlberg #myvorarlberg Off-piste Safety • For ski touring fans: In Kleinwalsertal, beginners can try out an genzerwald: On a day tour you walk from breakfast to lunch and Everything is covered in subdued light, absolute silence. The only What do you need to know about snow and proper gear when accompanied tour on Mondays, in Damüls- in Bregenzer- then on to dessert. Each course is served at a different mountain- sound you can hear is that of the crunching snow, as you head venturing into open terrain? Ski and mountain guides proffer wald guided tours are run on Thursdays. The easy, ultra-scenic top or restaurant. Once a week, a 3.5-hour snowshoe ramble forward step by step. In several resorts such as in the Brandnertal expert tips at several occasions: In December, Lech Zürs am Madrisa round tour lures skiers in Montafon. This day tour starts

Family Fun Museums, Music & Christmas Markets A Treat for Palate and Body Close-up on Architecture and Craftsmanship

Winter in Vorarlberg means fabulous adventures and fun-filled games for children. If speed is what you love, In Vorarlberg, you can ideally combine cultural discoveries and winter sports. The museums, especially those in the Vorarlberg’s chefs subscribe to fresh, regional produce and refined cooking. Many specialities are sourced from local From lift station to hotel, Vorarlberg’s architecture is different: modern, daring, trailblazing. Yet Vorarlberg’s then you should swoosh down the valley on a toboggan and try your hand at husky-sleigh riding. Snow trekking cities, host exhibitions all year round. You will find concerts and salon music. Watch out for special events and farms or small gourmet food manufacturers. Themed programmes and events, from culinary hikes to dairy-farming architects do not take their cue from fashion, but from their knowledge of building traditions and an ingrained with llamas is a more leisurely option. On farms, cows and goats look forward to a visit. Museums host informative happenings which are staged also in the ski areas, especially at the beginning and the end of season. classes, provide insights into the art of fine dining. Specialised hosts treat worn-out visitors to soothing and ultra- sense of creating what is right for any given location. exhibitions that open up new horizons. pampering holidays.

Past and Present Ski & Concert Wining & Dining: Arlberg Weinberg in the Grosses Walsertal. The courses are held at fixed dates or on Exploring the Bregenzerwald Villages Architectouring Face-to-face with Huskies from the mountain terminal of the panorama lift down to Brand Different exhibitions in the in Bregenz are Ski days at Hotel Steffisalp in Warth-Schröcken end with music and From 6 to 10 December some 30 acclaimed winemakers from all request. “Umgang Bregenzerwald” is the name of 12 new village tours, 11 half-day or full-day tours invite travellers with an interest in How do you steer a husky sleigh and how does it feel? At three or Bürserberg and promises extra-long fun. devoted to historical and contemporary themes. The building is sophisticated après ski entertainment. Starting February, live per- over the world flock to the Arlberg, joining top cuisiniers and pro- which, in an entertaining fashion, illustrate the lively sense of architecture to embark on a journey of archi-tectural discovery. locations in Vorarlberg, adults and children can try out husky an architectural gem in itself: more than 16,000 concrete flowers formances of rock and pop acts, blues and Irish folk lure skiers on ducers from Vorarlberg for a top-notch culinary get-together. Discover the Secrets of Cooking design and creativity of the Bregenzerwald people. Information For more details check out the pocket folder and the free app. sleigh-riding: Husky Tony organises workshops in the Brandner - Eager Experimentation adorn the facade. From the special viewing room on the 4th floor, Saturday afternoons to open air concerts at 1,495 metres altitude. Some of Vorarlberg’s premier chefs let interested visitors into the columns draw attention to architecture, craftsmanship, the The tour themes are: “Public Spaces”, “Timber & Material”, tal, also in combination with easy snowshoe rambles. Tours to the A museum where you are allowed, even meant, to touch every- you can enjoy sweeping views over the city and Lake Constance. Fine Dining in the Brandnertal and the Klostertal secrets of cooking. Classes are held at set dates – early booking cultur al landscape and culinary specialities. Accompanying fol- “Innovation & Craftsmanship”, “Art & Culture”, “Old & New”, idyllic hotel Körbersee are organised at Warth-Schröcken in the thing? This is reality at the inatura interactive nature museum in Illuminated Mountains The Brandnertal and the Klostertal treat visitors to a palate- is highly recommended, since slots tend to sell out fast. ders are available at the local tourist offices and at many hotels. “Nature & Landscape” and „Getting Things Done – The Maker´s Bregenzer wald. In the Kleinwalsertal you can take part in a Husky Dornbirn, where you can crawl into a fox’s den, pet fish, experi- Contemporary Art On 9 December “Fantastic Gondolas” illuminate the nocturnal pleasing experience during a day on the slopes, an evening at a Choice“. Camp on Sundays. ment in the Science Centre, and learn playfully how the human Designed by the renowned Swiss architect Peter Zumthor, Kunst - skies in Lech am Arlberg. Artistically designed light projects cast restaurant, or on a night-time torch hike. Delectable Gifts Marvelling at Modern Artisanry body works. haus Bregenz (KUB) is one of Europe’s leading exhibitions halls for a spell on the Rüfikopfbahn gondola and the surrounding • Ski the slopes, dine at several lodges and restaurants, sample From mountain cheese to chocolate, from mustard to fine brand - The modern Werkraum building in Andelsbuch in the Bregenze r - New: “Getting Things Done – The Maker’s Choice” Llama Hiking contemporary art. KUB hosts varying exhibitions which are mostly mountains – what a spectacular sight! wines presented by winemakers: In April, skiers at Sonnenkopf in ies: Vorarlberg manufactures a host of delicacies on farms, dairy- wald is a genuine eye-catcher. Designed by the famous Swiss A Recommended Architectour Horst Kuster and his llamas live at a scenic location with fabulous Art and Culture Hands-on devoted to a particular artist’s oeuvre. the Klostertal are treated to Snow Gourmet weeks. making farms and small delicatessen producers. To find out more architect Peter Zumthor, the building hosts changing exhibitions The makers of the international exhibition “Getting Things Done: views in Innerberg near Schruns in the Montafon. With hikers, Here, children can observe, paint, make things and tell stories. Skyspace Lech • At several dates during winter, ingenious chefs from the region about culinary souvenirs, see www.vorarlberg.travel. and showcases works of the innovative group of Bregenzerwald Evolution of the Built Environment in Vorarlberg” have put to - they set off for trekking tours in summer and winter. The llamas and the vorarlberg museum organise playful Hittisau women’s museum Designed by the US-American artist James Turrel, this is a new invite foodies to a Gourmet Experience in the Brandnertal. On each Werkraum craftspeople as well as international artisanry. gether a one-day tour to illustrate the variety of architecture carry the luggage and safely accompany the party through the activities for children. In the Jewish Museum Hohenems, special “Who cares? Women and the culture of caring in past and present walk-in work of art in Oberlech/Tannegg. Through a tunnel you night, a different chef prepares a several-course dinner of locally Vorarlberg isst in Vorarlberg, The selected examples testify to a timeless quality snow. Along the way, Horst Kuster has many interesting stories stations for kids illustrate Jewish life today and yesterday. times“ is the theme of the current exhibition in Austria’s only reach the subterranean showroom and light space. A rooftop light sourced ingredients with an innovative twist. Where to go, if you want to regale yourself with fine food and Standing Atop a Ski Jump of architecture, characterized by spatial versatility, functional mix, to share about the region and its people. In Bludenz, the Cinello kids concerts invite young visitors to women’s museum. allows visitors to gain new perceptions and perspectives of the sky • Palüd Exquisit combines a mountain ride in the evening light, good wine in a sophisticated setting? “Vorarlberg dines... better” Back in the 1930s, was home to Austria’s biggest ski formal radicalism, ecological far-sightedness, and social dance, sing and clap their hands to the tune of the music. and incident light with every visit. In darkness, a light installation a torch-lit hike and a 4-course dinner served in the cable car and is an association of restaurateurs offering top quality, from cafés jump, which was then closed in the 1960s. In winter 2015 the integration. Paying a Visit to Cows & Goats Montfort Zwischentöne changes the perceived impression. in different restaurants on the mountain and in the valley. This to inns and gourmet restaurants. Addresses, useful hints, events, Montafon hosted the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF). The Metzler family built Vorarlberg’s first open farmhouse in Egg Family-friendly Accommodation Several times a year, performances are staged in the architectu- culinary trip is organised in Brand in Brandnertal at certain dates. recipes and the free gastro app are available at To mark this occasion, a state-of-the art ski jumping centre with More information at www.vorarlberg.travel im Bregenzerwald. Young guests may visit the large playpen for Families are greeted with a warm welcome all over Vorarlberg. rally noteworthy Montforthaus in Feldkirch as part of the Montfort Romantic Events www.vorarlberg-isst.at (in German only). 4 jumps was reconstructed. If you want to learn more about a cattle and goats cum visitor gallery and learn many interesting The villages and resorts of Au-Schoppernau im Bregenzerwald, Zwischentöne series of cultural events, from fire-side talks to high- Advent markets set the tone for Christmas in the towns and villag - Montafon Mountain Breakfast ski jump, you can book a guided tour. facts about sustainable husbandry and farming. the Kleinwalsertal, Lech Zürs am Arlberg and the Brandnertal key orchestral concerts. es. The most popular markets are those in Bregenz, Dornbirn, Feld- Fortify yourself for a day of skiing or simply take in the morning Soothing & Pampering Holidays arrange special programmes and supervised activities for child- kirch and Bludenz. Readings and concerts are staged during the mood on the mountain – throughout winter, several mountain-top If you want to give yourself a treat while on holiday, Vorarlberg’s Headline-hitting Bus Stops Happy Tobogganing ren under the Top Family label. Specialised children’s hotels have Tanzcafé Arlberg Schwarzenberg Advent in the Bregenzerwald. The Kleinwalsertal restaurants offer breakfast on certain weekdays, some already at Feel Well hosts are your destination of choice. They offer fasting They are immensely popular, not only among passengers In all of Vorarlberg’s regions there are signposted toboggan runs. teamed up as Top Family Hotels. “Tanzcafé Arlberg” from 1 to 15 April in Lech Zürs am Arlberg advent magic and the Montafon winter magic also feature a 8:00 in the morning. regimes, soothing mud baths, weight-loss and beauty programmes, waiting for a bus. Seven original bus stops, called Wartehüsle Some are even floodlit for night-time tobogganing. promises après-ski entertainment, in the fashion of the good old colourful programme of events. relaxing days of indulgence, and nature-based activities. (waiting house) in local dialect, have become a tourist magnet Holidays in Austria – let us know your opinion Vorarlberg‘s longest floodlit night-time toboggan run in St. Gallen - More information at www.vorarlberg.travel days. During the sunshine skiing weeks, live bands play jazz, soul, Dairying Classes in Krumbach in the Bregenzerwald. The project called Bus:Stop and win! kirch-Garfrescha in the Montafon is 5.5km. Twice a week, the rock 'n' roll and swing at Rüfiplatz, in the ski areas, at hotels and More information at www.vorarlberg.travel Take premium milk, rennet, plenty of manual work and patience as More information at www.vorarlberg.travel Krumbach comprises designs by seven renowned architecture www.tmona.at/xn26 3-km natural toboggan run at Golm opens at night. The Alpine on the sun terraces. your ingredients. Interested visitors can learn how milk is transfor- firms from Russia, Norway, Belgium, Spain, Chile, Japan and Coaster Golm is a toboggan run on tracks and open all year round. med into cheese at Family Metzler’s dairying school in Egg in the China. Each was assisted by a Vorarlberg partner architect or The toboggan safari in the Brandnertal runs in different variants Bregenzerwald, at Käsehaus Montafon and at biosphärenpark.haus crafts business in a joint venture.