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Press reviews & Traveler´s blogs
What the world writes about Vorarlberg
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01 Slow travel in Vorarlberg
Laura and Matthias visited Vorarlberg in October 2025 for their blog The Slow Folk. Between Brandnertal and Bregenz, they found slow-paced experiences full of atmosphere. In Brandnertal, they hiked through tranquil landscapes, discovered regional cuisine and met passionate hosts. In Bregenz, they were inspired by architecture, art and coffee culture, took part in a cooking class and visited local producers.
Blog: Highlights & tips in Brandnertal
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02 Alpine authenticity
In October 2025, the freelance journalist, author and blogger Michael Ankermüller from Blog Bohème was travelling in Vorarlberg. He was particularly impressed by the quiet grandeur of the Bregenzerwald and the living culture of enjoyment in the Kleinwalsertal. Amidst handcrafted timber architecture, top regional cuisine and cultural depth, he discovered a landscape in the Bregenzerwald where building culture and culinary delights merge harmoniously. In the Kleinwalsertal, he experienced how sustainability, mindfulness and culinary quality come together naturally – from award-winning cuisine to alpine pastures.
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03 Between lakeside promenade, old towns and mountainsides
In September 2025 Laura Schneider from the blog Herz an Hirn traveled through Vorarlberg – from the gentle shores of Lake Constance to the alpine town of Bludenz. At Lake Constance, Laura got to know Vorarlberg from its urban, creative side: modern architecture, enjoyable encounters and the lightness of being between the lake and culture. In Bludenz, she discovered the charm of a small town with a great history, nestled between mountain flanks and beautiful valleys, where regionality and craftsmanship are lived authentically.
Blog: Short holiday in Bludenz – Come with me to Vorarlberg’s Alpine town
Blog: Bodensee-Vorarlberg – My tips for Bregenz, Hohenems & surround -
04 Culture meets culinary
Antje Seeling from the blog Delicious Travel was on a special mission in the Grosses Walsertal and the Montafon in August 2025. In the Montafon, she hiked along a theater hiking trail where nature and staging become one – performances on mountain meadows, in forests, along watercourses. The trail becomes the stage, the landscape becomes the narrator, the audience hikes along. In Grosses Walsertal, she was part of the Walserherbst – the “steepest festival in the mountains”, which turns the entire valley into a stage for three weeks every two years. Whether music, theater, lectures or exhibitions, the program takes place in a wide variety of locations: in a church, on an alpine hut, on a mountain meadow, in an old barn. She herself took part in a clay mud bath in the middle of the forest and a Cello Night in the church of the St. Gerold priory. Of course, the events also offered plenty of time to immerse yourself in the culinary delights of the valleys.
Blog: Vorarlberg’s quiet side – Großes Walsertal
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05 A culinary road trip spiced up with a pinch of art
As a passionate explorer with a heart for culinary delights and nature, Nina Loos explored Vorarlberg in August 2025 – with an eye for detail and an enthusiasm for both the everyday and the special. In the Bregenzerwald, Nina traces the architectural contrasts between wood and modernity and discovers culinary insider tips & artisan culture. In the Montafon, she experiences a region between peaks and alpine pastures – with adventure hikes, regional artists and enjoyable breaks.
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06 Green around the world - in Vorarlberg
The bloggers Yannik and Anna from gruenumdiewelt were out and about in the Bodensee-Vorarlberg region, Montafon and the Bregenzerwald region in July 2025 – all by bus and train, of course. What struck them immediately was the diversity of Vorarlberg. In the Bregenzerwald, in addition to the beautiful nature, they also discovered a lot of culture and enjoyed the craftsmanship. The Bodensee-Vorarlberg region impressed with its location between Lake Constance and the Alps and the small towns of Bregenz, Dornbirn and Feldkirch. The Montafon surprised the two of them with its wide range of possibilities, which arise from the four adventure areas of Verwall, Silvretta, Rätikon and the valley, which differ in their geological and climatic conditions. Spending so much time outdoors makes you hungry. That’s why culinary delights were a deliberate part of their Vorarlberg experience.
Blog: Bregenz, Lake Constance and more
Blog: Bregenzerwald – Excursions & hiking in Vorarlberg
Blog: Montafon – Excursion tips from Schruns -
07 Newts, moss, Montafon
The journalist Katharina Garus visited Vorarlberg as part of the Sustainable Tourism in Austria Summit in June 2025 and then took part in the post-tour to the Montafon. Here she experienced how closely nature, sustainability and awareness-raising are linked. Between moorland landscapes, wetlands and quiet ponds, she discovered a hidden diversity – from tiny alpine newts to rare plant species that are being preserved thanks to dedicated nature conservation projects. She was particularly impressed by how sensitive habitats are treated in the valley: from regional initiatives that raise visitors’ awareness of ecological connections to businesses that focus on short supply chains and organic products. Her conclusion: The Montafon shows that sustainability is not just a buzzword, but a lived philosophy – in harmony with the landscape and people.
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08 Bregenzerwald: Where waiting is an experience
The journalist Ulrike Wiebrecht visited Vorarlberg as part of the Sustainable Tourism in Austria Summit in June 2025 and then took part in the post-tour to the Bregenzerwald. She was particularly impressed by the bus shelters in Krumbach, which function as small architectural works of art and turn waiting into an experience. Attractive materials such as glass and wood were used, often with local references, and through citizen participation and high-quality building culture, the townscape was consciously developed further. In a hotel in Hittisau, she experienced reduced architecture with regional materials and transparency as well as an incentive for guests to travel by public transport (reimbursement) – indicators of the sustainable design awareness of the people of the Bregenzerwald and their way of combining architecture and design, identity, quality of stay and sustainable mobility.
To the report: Waiting becomes an experience in the Bregenzerwald
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09 Ski fun
In February 2025 Rasmus Skov, from the danish winter sports magazine skisport.dk travelled with his family to several ski areas in the Montafon, Alpenregion Bludenz and Lech Zürs regions. The family have fond memories of the warmth of the people and the natural holiday experience. “In Vorarlberg, you don’t feel like a tourist, but like a welcome guest,” says Rasmus. The dense network of ski schools, the quality of the regional cuisine and the proximity to nature particularly impressed the family.
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10 Guide MICHELIN: A shower of stars for Vorarlberg
The Guide MICHELIN is back in Austria: at the ceremonial award presentation on 21 January 2025 in Salzburg, 15 chefs from Vorarlberg were delighted to receive a total of 13 stars and 6 Bib Gourmands. Julian Stieger, head chef at the Rote Wand Chef’s Table, Lech, was presented with the exclusive Young Chef Award.
To the article Guide MICHELIN: A shower of stars for Vorarlberg
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11 Wintermagic in Lech Zürs
When the dutch photojournalist Vincent Croce from framingplaces.nl visited Vorarlberg in January 2025, he was drawn right into the winter magic of Lech Zürs. Instead of just exploring the slopes, he hiked through deeply snow-covered landscapes, took the cable car up the Rüfikopf and discovered the quiet side of the Alps. He was particularly fascinated by the mixture of luxurious hospitality and authentic village atmosphere. In particular, he experienced fine culinary moments that perfectly matched the Alpine lifestyle.
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12 Freshly shingled!
Franziska Horn from the Süddeutsche Zeitung was traveling in the Bregenzerwald specifically on the subject of architecture and multifaceted wood craftsmanship, where she experienced the craft of shingle making at first hand. In Mellau, she met Josef Felder, one of the last masters of this skill. He let her delve into the secrets of the “royal class of wood craftsmanship”, from the perfect choice of wood to the technique that has made the facades everlasting for centuries.
Vorarlberg Bregenzerwald: sophisticated architecture & multifaceted wood craftsmanship
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13 Culinary & sustainable through Lech Zürs & Bregenzerwald
Rasmus Lythcke from TheTravelBook explored the Lech Zürs region and the Bregenzerwald in summer. As a Michelin Guide Ambassador, he devoted himself in particular to regional cuisine: from authentic products from individual producers to moments of pleasure in the valley and on the mountains to exquisite fine dining experiences. He undertook his journey through the impressive landscape in an electric car.
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14 Summer in the Montafon & Bregenzerwald
Nicole Bittger from the blog PassengerX spent a few days in the Montafon and Bregenzerwald this summer. There she explored the beautiful mountain world on foot on numerous hikes, but also enjoyed the (mountain) culture, indulged in culinary delights and made sure to leave a minimal footprint.
Montafon: Sustainable travel without a car
Montafon: hiking routes with wow-effect
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15 Lake Constance & Bregenzerwald: summit bliss, gravel biking and more
Janna Kamphof from bergeaktiv spent a few days in the Bodensee-Vorarlberg and Bregenzerwald regions this summer, where she pursued her passion for outdoor activities. With stand-up paddling on Lake Constance, a discovery tour through Bregenz, a bike tour into the Rhine delta and hikes up the Pfänder and through the gorges and ravines in Dornbirn, she kept moving. Her active journey of discovery continued in the Bregenzerwald: she enjoyed spectacular sunsets on the striking Kanisfluh, explored the area around Körbersee and Kalbelesee, found peace and quiet while forest bathing and combined the region’s architecture and cuisine on exciting gravel bike tours.
Being active at the lake constance
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16 Winter paradise Bregenzerwald - off the piste
Sibylle Codet from the blog noscoeursvoyageurs was out and about with her daughter in the Bregenzerwald in winter – away from the slopes – and experienced a perfect mix of nature, culture and enjoyment. They explored the snow-covered landscape on snowshoe hikes and enjoyed regional specialties that combine tradition and modernity. They were impressed by the timeless architecture of the region and the warm hospitality. The Bregenzerwald offers a unique winter idyll that provides both active adventures and moments of relaxation in the midst of impressive mountain landscapes.
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17 Fontanella - Großes Walsertal: An environmentally friendly stay in the “quietest ski village in Austria”
Mike MacEacheran, writing for The Guardian, visited the Großes Walsertal, a remote and sustainable gem in the Austrian Alps, to experience Cabinski’s sustainable Tiny Homes in the hamlet of Fontanella. These eco-friendly accommodations offer an alternative to traditional ski resorts. In the midst of untouched nature, he explored the small, charming ski resort of Faschina, which impresses with its tranquillity and picturesque slopes and is ideal for nature-loving winter travelers.
Fontanella – Großes Walsertal: a quiet paradise for nature lovers
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18 Winter delights in the Bregenzerwald
Kayleigh van Proemeren, Dutch blogger from Travel Diaries, visited the Bregenzerwald in February and enjoyed the clear winter mountain air to the fullest. She actively explored the picturesque landscape while cross-country skiing and snowshoeing amidst impressive mountain scenery. After so much exercise, culinary delights were not to be missed: While winter hiking, she was inspired by the regional cuisine. The traditional craftsmanship for which the Bregenzerwald is renowned also caught her attention and rounded off the experience.
