B&B Vorarlberg

Vorarlberg is the westernmost province of Austria, and just like in the rest of the country, the region is mostly mountainous. An interesting mixture of traditional architecture and amazing nature are present here. If you want to experience the most of nature while combining it with getting acquainted with typical Austrian culture, then Vorarlberg is the place to be. Choosing accommodation depends on your preferences, however we recommend opting for a bed and breakfast location. By having breakfast, you will get to know the hosts and interact with locals more than you can imagine. This is a truly remarkable experience especially for people who usually stray away from crowds and hot tourist spots. The Austrians are very friendly and will make you feel at home in their bed and breakfast.

Austrian nature

Wildental valley is one of the most popular nature destinations in Vorarlberg. The beautiful valley is crossed by the Breitach River, which has thus created a small canyon and a sequence of narrow gorges. The valley is located at the foot of Schafalpkopf Mountain and if you follow the river towards the ridge, you will eventually get to a massive waterfall right under its nose.

Grosses Walsertal Biosphere is another good place to visit, part of the Walserkamm range. The amazing panorama of the Limestone Alps here is breath-taking! Nature preservation has been the biggest priority to the local authorities, therefore educate yourself on the rules which you should follow when visiting this park.

Gottesacker plateau is a vast valley which you can explore by foot. Limestone boulders and rocks are scattered everywhere, remains of coral reefs from more than a hundred million years ago. There are many grooves and stone bridges which you can explore. At the end of the day, take the Ifen cable for some of the most amazing panorama views of the plateau.

Activities to try

Hiking is the second most favorite activity for locals. Of course, the first one without a doubt is skiing. There are unique hiking paths which cross Vorarlberg, Tyrol and the Alps. There are numerous cable cars to facilitate your ascend, taking you to the top where you can be awed by the peaks, pinnacles and towers on top of the mountain. The Verwall Protected Area is among the most popular hiking spots in Austria as a whole; there are dozens of trails with different difficulties.

Bodensee is one of the most popular tourist destinations. Of course, if you visit during off-peak season, you will have a chance to admire the beauty of the lake without the crowds. However, during the rest of the year consider visiting other lakes which are just as stunning. For example, Formarinsee is often named as the most beautiful place in Austria. It is located at the foot of Rote Want – the second highest mountain in the region. Its name (red wall in English) stems from the red-ish color of its rocks – red lime. The region is also referred to as the Stone Sea due to the thousands of marine fossils from the past.