Service Booklet, your guide

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Service Booklet,
your guide
An easy long-distance trail
through the Alps and one of the
last remaining wild river landscapes
in Europe – journey to yourself.
[email protected]
www.lechweg.com
Stuttgart
Important telephone numbers for emergencies or difficulties:
München
D
Memmingen
Emergency/Rescue in Germany
112
Emergency/Rescue in Austria
144
Bodensee
Füssen
Reutte
Fire St.
Department
in Germany
Gallen
112
Fire Departmentam
in Austria 122
Lech
CH
Arlberg
A
Innsbruck
Police in Germany 110
Police in Austria 133
Chur
Mountain Rescue in Germany I
Mountain Rescue in Austria 112
Bozen
140
D
Bayern
Naturklettergarten
Warth
Naturbadesee
Lechschlucht
Lech am
Arlberg
Teschenberger Alpe
Älpele Zug
Waldschwimmbad
Alpe
Fischteich Kneippanlage
Formarin
Steinbockdenkmal
Formarinsee
Vorarlberg
Lechquellgebiet
Geier
Open
Elbi
Höhenbachschlucht
Simmswasserfall Jöchl
Fußgängerhängebrücke spitzbahn
Holzgau
Kneippanlage
Erlebnisbad Steeg Wasserfall
Naturkäserei
A
Tirol
The Lechweg in the leading role, the water as its companion, the
mountain peaks as the setting: for the first time, the Lechweg
long-distance trail opens this alpine region into a relaxed walking
experience.
From the spring to the falls, one of the last wild river landscapes
offers stages to pause and wind down.
Forggensee
Bayern
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Neuschwanstein Castle/
Hohenschwangau Castle
Alpsee
Frauensee
Costaries
Chapel
Tirol
Castle Worlds
Ehrenberg
Lech
Weissenbach
Forchach
Hanging Bridge
Bird-watching Tower
Pflacher Au
Reutte
Hahnenkamm
Rieden Lake
Johannes Bridge
Forchach
Lech »Braid«
Panoramic View
Baichlstein
Stanzach
Vorderhornbach
Natural Adventure Pool
Elmen
Doser
Waterfall
rwally- Haeselgehr
n-Air Stage
igenalp
ln
Fuessen
Lechfall
Outdoor Swimming Pool
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Outdoor Swimming Area
Bach
Munich
Memmingen
Lake Constance
St. Gallen Lech
am
Arlberg
CH
Fuessen
Reutte
A
Innsbruck
Chur
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Bozen
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CONTENTs
Editorial Toni Knittel: The »Bluatschink«
2
Trail Song: »Along the Lech«
4
Lech Bike Trail: from Steeg to Fuessen
5
From the spring to the falls
6
Travel directions: by air/train/car/public transport
8
Baggage transfer: Lechweg Shuttle
11
Guest cards: Lech Card, Lechtal Aktiv Card,
Aktiv Card and KoenigsCard
Signage/Amenities/Degree of difficulty
12
14
Three regions: Arlberg, Naturpark Region
Lechtal-Reutte and Allgaeu
16
Naturpark Tiroler Lech: Conduct/Tours
18
Suggested Stages/Advice
20
Sections/Stages
22
Walking tips: Trail/Weather/Season
56
Walking tips: Equipment/Backpack/Clothing
57
Walking tips: Footwear/Buying guide
60
Lechweg certification/holiday package
Hosts: Information
62
64
Hosts: Hotels, guesthouses, apartments,
farmsteads
66
Dining/Eating on the Lechweg
103
Frequently asked questions
106
Imprint
Important numbers/overview map
Pictograms/Legend/Scale
107
108
inside cover
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Editorial Toni Knittel
The »Bluatschink« on the Lechweg
Here in the Alps we have many climbing trails and highmountain hiking routes. But it is not about a strolling ramble,
but about athletic challenges, mostly to be overcome by experienced persons. And throughout Europe there are sensational
trails on which you can relax while walking through unique
landscapes. On the Lechweg however, both are combined: easy
rambling and experiencing magnificent mountain scenery in
one. You walk through three provinces in two different countries. That is great. The Lech River is the symbol for these borders
– then it knows no borders. It has been the link between these
two regions for centuries. Through the Lechweg now, these
have grown closer together.
The Lech River has been my life-long companion. It provides
me with my very first childhood memories and also delivers
many ideas for my artistic career. In my recent past, it has
been a source of great strength to me.
In my witty yet critical songs sung in the Lech Valley dialect,
I have tried, with the use of the »Bluatschink« (a kind of imaginary water creature), to raise awareness and get peoples'
attention about the impeding threat of plans to build a power
plant in one of the last natural river systems of the Alps.
As I walked the Lechweg in stages for the first time in the Fall
2009, one of my most important projects in the past years was
failing - we had to declare bankruptcy on the »Knight Ruediger
Musical«. All of a sudden, I didn't just enjoy the walk along the
Lech River; I needed it badly. On the one hand, it was wonderful to be able to release my thoughts in the peace and quiet.
On the other hand, many of my worries were relativized in
light of this grand river. It had flowed in this riverbed for millions of years. It had carved the landscape into centuries' old
history all of which can be read if you go through it with open
eyes. It still constantly sings a soughing and intoxicating melody which so pervades the entire valley. Suddenly, many of my
problems were put into perspective, and in an instant, I was
again that carefree young boy, sitting on a boulder, and skipping rocks across the water's surface.
Henceforth, the melody and lyrics to my song »Along the Lech«
flowed by themselves.
»Bluatschink« Toni Knittel,
Singer/Songwriter from the Tyrolean Lech Valley
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The Trail song
Along the Lech
. Wenn er wia a kloanes Kind
ganz oba am Berg no über d‘Felsa springt,
da siecht ma ihm dia Kraft it o,
dia er scho kurz drauf hat!
Spater in der tiafa Schlucht,
da hörsch du ihn tosa und du spürsch dia Wucht,
mit der er scho seit so viel Jahr
sei Tal in da Felsa grabt.
Und i geah mit ihm mit –
kann lesa, was sei Wasser in die Landschaft schreibt.
weil er mir mit sei‘m scheana Tal a Hoamat geit!
REF: Am Lech entlang kann i mi ganz oafach treiba lassa.
Am Lech entlang – dia Gedanka fliaßa frei wia s’Wasser!
Am Lech entlang geah i Schritt für Schritt
von der Quelle to zum Fall.
Am Lech entlang spür i Schritt für Schritt
so viel Wunder überall!
Am Lech entlang!
. Wenn er seinen Kampf dann gwinnt,
auf oamal ganz, ganz ruhig aus da Felsa rinnt,
ja, dann wird des Tal so weit! Dia Berg, sie macha Platz!
Wo heind bunta Wiesa sei,
und Dörfer wia Perla findesch nach der Reih,
da hat der Mensch die Fassung gmacht,
mittadrinn strahlt der Fluss als Schatz!
geah an sei‘m Ufer, hör des Liad, des er mir singt!
tragt der Weg mi heacher, hör i, wia des Tal mitklingt!
M +T: Toni Knittel/Interpret BLUATSCHINK
The Lech Bike Trail
For those who wish to experience the breathtaking
landscape along Lechweg trail a second time, they can
choose to go by bicycle. In some parts, the Lech Bike
Trail runs parallel to the long-distance walking trail.
The tour begins in Steeg and ends in Fuessen after 64
kilometres. One can enter the trail anywhere along the
stretch.
The Lech Bike Trail mostly runs away from the roads
on partly asphalted and gravel ground. It mainly runs
downhill. The route allows for enjoyable biking with
many views oft he wild river landscape and mountains.
The Lech Bike Trail is therefore also suited for families.
On the go, one runs into the Lechweg wanderer resting
at the designated rest or BBQ areas, and so one may
exchange a few tips. A biking map is available in all
tourist offices in the Lech Valley and in the Naturpark
Region Reutte.
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Who and what does the Lechweg stand for?
The Lechweg from the spring to the falls
Easy long-distance walking through an alpine region which
is simultaneously one of the last wild river landscapes in Europe: the Lechweg offers an extraordinary nature experience,
from the inhabitants molded by their landscape and the truly
mythical stories.
The wanderer accompanies the Lech for almost 125 kilometers.
From its spring near the Formarinsee in the Austrian state of
Vorarlberg to the Lechfall in Fuessen in the Allgaeu. The Lechweg leads past one of the largest colonies of alpine ibex in
Europe, past a waterfall which magically springs anew after
running dry every year, flowing under the longest-suspension
swing bridge in Austria, and finally leading up to the royal castles of King Ludwig II of Bavaria.
The trail connects three regions and two countries with their
traditions and histories. From the Arlberg region through the
Tyrolean Naturparkregion Lechtal-Reutte up to the southern
Allgaeu. The Lech has formed all three regions for centuries.
From the Romans and their Alpine crossings, the »Schwabenkinder« (Swabian children) up to the »Floessern« (raftsmen). In
each of these histories the Lech had played a meaningful role.
The magical turquiose river shaped the flora and fauna. Many
breeding birds and wild-growing Orchids make it one of the
most species-rich habitats in Central Europe. In order to protect one of the last remaining wild river landscapes in Europe,
the Naturpark Tiroler Lech was initiated.
The European Hiking Association tested the cross-border Lechweg along very strict criteria. They certified the long-distance
trail as a first Leading Quality Trail. The Lechweg is thus a model
for long-distance trails all over Europe.
What does it mean to ramble on the Lechweg?
The Lechweg is easy long-distance walking through an alpine
region. Yet this does not mean that rambling is necessarily an
easy stroll. Every long-distance trail sets some demands for
the physical condition of the wanderer. After all, there are multiple stages back to back which need to be overcome.
If, therefore we speak of an easy long-distance trail through
the Alps, then it is in contrast to other alpine trails and climbs
with more demanding elevation profile. When compared to
them, the Lechweg makes a moderate claim. For those who
are comfortable on the long-distance trails of the German Mittelgebirge, they are equally served on the Lechweg, for that is
its advantage: it leads through the impressive high-mountain
landscape into the alpine foothills- without climbs and steep
passages. This means that previous alpine experience is not
necessary – but you should still always be aware of the specifics
of the Alps, such as the rapid weather change for example.
Nevertheless, the Lechweg can be planned individually to suit
each person‘s condition (see suggested stages on page 20).
Calculate enough resting periods, enjoy a massage at the end
of the day, and feel free to shorten a segment by taking the
public bus if your legs get too tired.
We wish you a wonderful experience on your Lechweg ramble.
Yours,
Werbegemeinschaft Lech-Wege:
Lech Zuers GmbH
Warth Schroecken Tourismus
Tourismusverband Lechtal
Tourismusverband Naturpark Region Reutte
Fuessen Tourism and Marketing
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Arrival
Stuttgart
Start your rambling
D
Munich
Memmingen
holiday without
stress: Travel to Lech
Lake Constance
am Arlberg the night
before and acquaint
yourself with the mundane alpine village
before starting out
St. Gallen
CH
Lech
am
Arlberg
Fuessen
Reutte
Innsbruck
A
Chur
on the first stage the
next day.
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Bozen
Arrival by airplane
The closest airports are the Allgaeu Airport in Memmingen,
Friedrichshafen Airport, Innsbruck Airport or Munich Airport.
The Lechweg-Shuttle by STM Service comfortably transfers
you from each airport to Lech am Arlberg. Transportation for
up to 8 persons (up to 20 persons) costs € 260 (€ 310) from
Allgaeu Airport, € 240 (€ 290), from Innsbruck Airport and € 360
(€ 480) from Munich Airport. For more information or booking,
contact our partner STM Service, Oberdorf 51, A-6652 Elbigenalp, telephone +43 676 6366825, [email protected],
www.stm-service.at.
Arrival by train
Fuessen in the Allgaeu is connected to the German National
Railway (DBB) system. From most major cities ICE trains arrive
on an hourly schedule with only one change in Augsburg or
Munich. Information regarding train travel on the Austrian
National Railway (OEBB) is available around the clock online
at www.oebb.at or per telephone +43 5 1717, or on the German
National Railway at www.bahn.de or per telephone +49 1 80
5996633. From the station at Fuessen, regularly scheduled
buses run to Lech am Arlberg.
The Lechweg-Shuttle by STM Service can also pick you up from
Fuessen train station. The price for the transfer to Lech am Arlberg for up to 8 persons (up to 20 persons) is € 130 (€ 180). For
more information or booking, contact our partner STM Service,
Oberdorf 51, A-6652 Elbigenalp, telephone +43 676 6366825,
[email protected], www.stm-service.at.
Lech am Arlberg is not directly situated on the Austrian Railway grid. The arrival is via the train station Langen am Arlberg
or St. Anton am Arlberg with a distance of ca. 17 kilometers.
There is a regular taxi and bus connection to Lech am Arlberg,
Transfer time is ca. 20 minutes, online reservations under
www.taxi-lech.at or www.taxi-zuers.com.
Arrival by automobile
It is possible to arrive at either the starting point Lech am Arlberg or the ending point Fuessen in Allgaeu. You can leave your
car in either location for the duration of your ramble.
From the North, the Autobahn A7 and the State Road B17 (Romantic Road) and the A96/B16 lead directly to Fuessen. To reach
Lech am Arlberg from Fuessen, take the Autobahn A7 through
the border tunnel and onto the State Road B179 to Reutte. From
here the Country Road L198 leads directly to Lech. Please note
the road closings between Warth and Lech until well into the
spring.
Lech am Arlberg can be reached from Bregenz over the Bregenz
Forest on the L 200. You can als use the Rheintalautobahn A14,
through the Klostertal S16, on the L197 and finally on the L198
over the Flexenpass to Lech. Coming from the Tyrolean Inn Valley, take the Autobahn A12 and S16 to St. Anton am Arlberg and
then on to the L197 and L198.
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Arrival/Baggage Transfer
Please be aware that there is a compulsory toll vignette (sticker)
on Austrian Autobahns.
Parking lots: Lech am Arlberg: the Anger underground garage
(hours 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free of charge in summer) is located
in the town centre, near the Lechweg and bus stations. Fuessen:
P5 – Parkgarage City/Sparkassenhaus (€ 20,- per week, tickets
under www.apcoa.de or Mon.–Sat. directly in parking garage),
P2 – Eissport Centre – BLZ Arena (free of charge). P5 is in the town
centre, P2 on outskirts. Bus 71 runs to city centre/bus station
Fuessen.
There is a wander portal with free parking and wander friendly
entry onto the Lechweg in Warth next to the Tourist Office, in
Steeg next to the Gemeindeamt (town hall), in Holzgau behind
the Gemeindeamt, in Elbigenalp below the Schnitzschule (wood
carving school), in Stanzach behind Sport Fredy and in Pflach
near the bird watching tower.
Public Transportation
The Lechweg is connected to the public transit system. Detailed
schedules are found under www.vvt.at or in the respective Tourist
Offices. From the end of June to the beginning of October, the
local town »Wanderbus« commutes between Lech am Arlberg and
the Formarinsee from the post office station in Lech. Bus connections between Warth and Lech am Arlberg are only available
starting in mid-June. Lech am Arlberg to Reutte is serviced by Busline 4268, between Reutte and Fuessen it is Busline 74 and 4258.
Baggage Transfer
Rambling on the Lechweg is most enjoyable without a heavy
burden upon your shoulders. The Lechweg-Shuttle by STM
Service transports your baggage to your next accommodation.
It is recommended that you book this transport before you
arrive for your walking holiday directly with the company STM
Service: Oberdorf 51, A-6652 Elbigenalp, tel. +43 676 6366825,
[email protected], www.stm-service.at. A direct booking
is possible up to two days before the actual transport is needed.
If you wish to transfer your baggage on short notice, your
accommodation can assist you with organising a transport.
Your hosts will tell you where you can stow your baggage
for pick-up. They will be tagged with nametags. Please enter
your name, mobile phone number, or the phone number of
your next accommodation and location. Attach the nametag
to your baggage so that it is easily visible. Drivers are only
able to deliver baggage which has been paid for and has a
clear destination.
Baggage Pick-up and Delivery on the Lechweg
The latest pick-up at Lech am Arlberg and Warth is 8:30 AM,
from Steeg at 9:00 AM. By the latest at 4:00 PM, the baggage
is at its next destination. The transport per stage and piece
of baggage costs € 5.50 with 2-days notice. Please note that
each piece of baggage may have a maximum weight of 20 kg.
Eventual excess baggage will be charged accordingly. Please
pay for the total number of bags and stages ahead of time to
the STM Service by bank transfer: STM Service, BANK: Raiffeisenbank Oberlechtal (Austria), Account Nr. 15.354, BLZ 36220,
IBAN AT11 3622 0000 0001 5354, BIC RZTIAT22220
So go ahead, travel only with a light daypack and enjoy the
landscape along the Lechweg.
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Guest Cards/Discounts
The Lechweg connects three regions: the Arlberg region, the
Tyrolean Naturpark Region Lechtal-Reutte and the Allgaeu with
its Royal Castles. Various guest cards are offered in these regions,
which are also interesting for Lechweg hikers. Please be aware
that there is no unified single Lechweg-card! Hosts who accept
the guest card in their region, can be recognized with their respective pictogram in the accommodation directory:
Lech Card
The Lech Card is the recreational ticket for Lech, Warth and surrounding areas. It is available with a one night stay from the
host or at the Lech Zuers Tourism Office. Especailly interesting
for Lechweg wanderers: All cable railways and chair lifts, and
the use of local town and wander buses are included (from
Spullersee and Formarinsee up to the Hochtannbergpass, the
regional line #40 to Hochkrumbach as well as the regional line
#91/92 between Lech and Zuers – the toll fee is not included).
Also included in this offer is the Waldschwimmbad with rock
island, waterslide and numerous other services. In Warth itself you receive the card (valid from end of June to begin of
October) from your host beginning with a 2 nights-stay.
www.lech-zuers.at/lech-im-sommer/lech-card/
Lechtal Aktiv Card
The Lechtal Aktiv Card is valid throughout the Lech Valley. It is
included in the accommodation price from the hosts who have
the respective pictogram. Alternatively, the card is available for
28 € per person (valid for 7 days) from the Tourist Offices. It
is valid from May 30 th to October 20 th, 2013 beginning on the
second day of your stay. It is also interesting for a Lechweg
wanderer: with the Lechtal Aktiv Card, the Wanderbus can be
used without charge throughout the entire Naturpark Region,
as well as cable cars and railways.
www.lechtal.at/ferienregion-lechtal/lechtal-cardsommerkarte/
lechtal-aktivcard.html
Aktiv Card in the Naturpark Region Reutte
Every guest, who stays overnight in the Naturpark Region
Reutte, receives the Aktiv Card from their host. Included free
of charge is the use oft he regional buses. A DVD of the Naturpark Region Reutte is included, as well as numerous discounts
in the Alpentherme Ehrenberg, the Castle Worlds Ehrenberg
and the Reutte mountain cable car, or for guided hikes, rafting, etc.
www.reutte.com
FuessenCard and KoenigsCard
Beginning with one nights accommodation, all guests in
Fuessen receive the FuessenCard from their host. Free of charge
are the train rides between Fuessen – Kaufbeuren and Pfronten
– Kempten and public transportation in the municipalities
of Fuessen (incl. Hopfen am See and Weissensee), Hopferau,
Eisenberg, Nesselwang, Pfronten, Rieden am Forggensee, Rosshaupten, Rueckholz, Schwangau, Seeg, Halblech and Lechbruck
am See. Important for Lechweg wanderers: The bus ride Fuessen
–Reutte is not yet included! Some other hosts in Fuessen offer
the KoenigsCard with over 200 regional inclusive services like
cable railways, swimming pools, museums and recreational
attractions.
www.koenigscard.com/
www.fuessen.de/service/fuessencard.html
Detailed information on the service of the guest cards can be
gotten at the respective Tourism Offices.
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Signage/Amenities/Degree of difficulty
The »L« points the way
The prominent »L« is the symbol of the Lechweg. A white »L«
on a black background indicated the way. You will find the »L«
on the signposts and on trees and rocks along the path. The
distance between the symbols is usually no more than 250
metres. Arrows below the »L« point in the right direction at
crossings. A red »L« in brackets points out short cuts or worthwhile alternatives. Please pay attention to the time designation. Details can be found in the specific stage description
on page 20. Thes »L« in blue with a line on top and bottom,
indicates you are on an entry point to the Lechweg, because
the Lechweg does not always lead directly through the town
centre.
Rest and Repose
The Lechweg-bench is the prominent piece of furniture along
the trail. Over 60 times it invites you to take a break. The Lechweg-bench is made from weather-resistant alpine larch lumber,
is massive and yet carefully crafted; comfortable and unique.
Numerous resting areas with a combination of bench and table
and also loungers are the perfect spot to have a snack and to
relax. Designated barbecue areas along the Lech River are also
available.
Degree of difficulty
At the beginning of every stage description in this booklet
there is a level of difficulty category. This is in accordance with
the guidelines of the European Rambler’s Association and delineates the following:
easy walking trail, valley trail, footpath:
➜ predominently wide and with little incline
➜ no passages with a danger of falling
➜ no previous or particular skill or ability in
hiking is required
➜ suitable for all ramblers, also for beginners
demanding walking trail, easy mountain path,
respectively:
➜ ordinary paths that can be narrow and steep
➜ generally no passages with a danger of falling
➜ require basic skills in hiking
➜ for walkers, beginners included, with moderate
physical condition
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The three regions: the Arlberg area, the Naturpark Region
Lechtal-Reutte and the Allgaeu
The two communities Lech am Arlberg and Warth belong to
two different municipalities, yet connect the Austrian States
of Vorarlberg and Tyrol. This region has a population of about
1,600 inhabitants. Both towns are a popular tourist destinations both in summer and winter. The region Lech Zuers am
Arlberg is known as the birthplace of alpine skiing. The ski area
Warth-Schroecken is one of the snowiest ski resorts in Europe,
with an average eleven metres of new snow annually. Starting in the 2013/2014 winter season, the ski resorts of WarthSchröcken and Lech-Zuers are connected by a cable car. The
Walser, a folk who settled here in the 13th and 14th century, took
great influence on this region. Typically Walser is demonstrated
not only in the traditionally bound and secular character of
the decendents, but also in the grandious natural backdrop.
Even today you can see the traces left behind on the Tannberg
theme-trail: a gripping, multi-faceted, and not simply historical tour, on which you can experience the historical highlights
and numerous natural wonders.
The Naturpark Region Lechtal-Reutte reaches from Steeg to
the national border at Pinswang. In large parts of the park, you
come across extraordinary wild river landscapes. The nativeness of the Lech River was the reason for proclaiming the area
as a natural preserve. It belongs to the European network of
protected areas called »Natura 2000«. The Lech River and its
wetlands are home to unusually numerous rare animal and
plant species. For example the species of orchid »Lady Slipper«,
the German tamarisk – also known as Myricaria germanica –
or the spotted rattle grasshopper. At Hoefen the valley basin
Reutte appears. This stage captivates through its bathing lakes
and 400 kilometer trail network, on which you can hike in the
mountains, go for a walk or ride a mountain bike. A visit to the
alpine flower garden or the barefoot trail on the Hahnenkamm
Mountain and the Castle Worlds of Ehrenberg, with its museum
»On the Knight's Trail«, are an absolute must. For some rest and
relaxation, stop by the new Alpentherme Ehrenberg Spa with
its swimming and sauna facilities.
Fuessen is situated at the foot of the Allgaeu Alps. It borders
on the Tyrol and is Bavaria's highest city at 800 metres altitude.
The municipality is made up of the City of Fuessen, Bad Faulenbach, Hopfen am See and Weissensee. Fuessen is classified as
the birthplace of European lute and violin-making. It is located
along the Roman road, Via Claudia Augusta, and was a favorite
place of Emperor Maximilian I.
Aside from the cultural highlights, Fuessen has specialised
itself in medical and healthcare tourism and has numerous
certifications (City of Fuessen: Kneipp therapy resort; Bad Faulenbach: Moor healing bath, Kneipp therapy resort; Hopfen am
See: Kneipp therapy resort, climatic health resort; Weissensee:
climatic health resort). About 200 kilometres of walking trails
and mountain bike trails await the active vacationer. A boat
ride on the Forggensee provides a wonderful view of the Royal
Castles and of the magnificent panoramic vista of the Allgaeu,
Lechtal and Ammergau Alps.
The Lechweg connects people in one Europe of regions.
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Naturpark Tiroler Lech
The Naturpark Tiroler Lech extends between the Lech Valley
Alps in the southeast and the Allgaeu Alps in the northwest.
Around 41 square kilometres are preserved land: the wild river,
its adjacent wetlands, parts of mountain forests and the main
tributaries. The »Tyrolean Lech Nature Park« is as such, the
largest contiguous protected valley area in Tyrol.The natural
environment and its biodiversity are influenced by the Lech.
In 2000, the Lech River joined to the European network of protected areas called »Natura 2000«. Four years later, the State
of Tyrol certified this region as a nature reserve with the title
»Naturpark«. Natural and cultural landscapes should therefore
retain their character.
The landscape around the wild river Lech is striking in its
uniqueness and originality. We kindly ask you to make a contribution to the preservation and protection of the Naturpark
Tiroler Lech and the entire region.
•
Please take your rubbish with you instead of leaving it in
nature. A small plastic bag for waste belongs in every back-
pack.
•
Please do not pick flowers, shrubs, or take any animals, etc., with you that you encounter on the trail. This insures that
not only subsequent hikers will be able to enjoy the same beautiful sights, but will also protect the flora and fauna.
•
Do not start any fires! There are specified grilling areas along the Lechweg.
•Stay on marked trails and paths. This provides security and also protects the vegetation.
•
Keep your pet on a leash in order to avoid disturbing wild animals.
•
Take consideration of those hikers around you and of the wild animals by not making excess noise.
•
Do not camp in the middle of the nature park. Public
campgrounds are located in Reutte and Haeselgehr.
»Lechweg-Escorts« with Naturpark Guides
»Beginners« welcome! No experience needed!
For everyone who wants to ramble and explore! The Lechweg
leads, for a majority of its route, through the Naturpark Tiroler
Lech. The Naturpark Guides escort you from Stanzach to Forchach
through the heart of the Naturpark. Along the gravel banks and
in the alluvial forest there is a lot to discover. You may know some
of the animals and plant life, yet some you will never have seen
before. Learn more about the uniqueness of the wild river landscape in an entertaining manner. You have never seen it in this
way: Precision binoculars by Swarovski make impressive nature
experiences possible. Our Naturpark Guides make these available free of charge during the nature walk!
When: Every Tuesday in July, August
and Sept., 9:00 AM – ca. 11:00 AM
Start: Stanzach, Tourism Office
End: Forchach, Cafe alte Muehle
Route Distance: ca. 4 km
Registration: In July and August
without registration, in September
registration by 4:00 PM the day
before, direct booking at Naturpark
Tiroler Lech (Tel. +43 676 885087941,
info@naturpark-tiroler lech.at).
Price: Adults € 8.Youth (15 –18 years) € 4.Children up to 15 years free
(Guests of all official Naturpark Hosts are free of charge)
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Suggested Stages and Tips
Suggested Stages
The Lechweg represents easy long-distance walking through
an alpine region. It begins at 1,793 metres aboove sea level in
the vicinity of the Formarinsee and ends at about 800 metres
above sea level in Fuessen. The Lechweg passes through high
mountains regions and reaches into the alpine foothills. A
major portion of the trail has a slight incline. Yet sometimes
there are steeper passages to surmount. Depending on your
physical condition and individual travel plans, three different
tour variants are offered:
•
The Athletic (six days): Suitable for the experienced long-distance walker in very good physical condition.
Starts near the Formarinsee – Lech (14 km) – Steeg (25 km) – Elbigenalp (17½ km) – Stanzach (21 km) – Waengle (21½ km) – Fuessen (24 km)
•
The Classic (seven days): Suitable for the long-distance walker in good physical condition. Starts near the
Formarinsee – Lech (14 km) – Gehren/Lechleiten (14 km) – Holzgau (16 km) – Elbigenalp (12½ km) – Stanzach (21 km)
– Waengle (21½ km) – Fuessen (24 km)
•
The Unhurried (eight days): Suitable for anyone who likes walking. Starts near the Formarinsee – Lech (14 km) – Warth (10 km) – Steeg (15 km) – Bach (15½ km) – Elmen/
Vorderhornbach (21½ km) – Weissenbach (15½ km) – Pflach (18½ km) – Fuessen (14½ km)
Stage Tips
Choose your individual stage goal depending on your condition and
ambition on the table below.. All stage destinations have adequate
accommodations.
Leg
time
ELV alloted
KM
ELV Formarinsee – Lech
Lech – Warth/Lechleiten
14 km
195 Elv
629 Elv
5h
14½ km
733 Elv
635 Elv
5h
Warth/Lechleiten – Steeg
1 1 km
295 Elv
7 1 1 Elv
4h
Steeg – Holzgau
5 km
130 Elv
140 Elv
1½ h
Holzgau – Bach
9½ km
7 34 Elv
7 78 Elv
4h
Bach – Elbigenalp
3 km
16 Elv
40 Elv
1h
Elbigenalp – Haeselgehr
7 km
1 37 Elv
1 73 Elv
3h
Haeselgehr – Elmen
5 km
309 Elv
274 Elv
2h
Elmen – Vorderhornbach
6 km
297 Elv
361 Elv
2½ h
Vorderhornbach – Stanzach
Stanzach – Forchach
Forchach – Weissenbach
Weissenbach – Waengle
3 km
43 Elv
79 Elv
1h
5½ km
40 Elv
65 Elv
2h
7 km
1 15 Elv
14 1 Elv
2h
9 km
1 73 Elv
119 Elv
3h
Waengle – Pflach
9½ km
381 Elv
485 Elv
3h
Pflach – Fuessen
15 km
722 Elv
760 Elv
5h
Entire Route 123 kilometres, elv=elevation (in metres), h=hours, all rounded-off.
Scale Lechweg-map detail
0 km
2,5 km
Scale 1:62.500
Scale 1:125.000
(8cm 10 km) ( pp. 21, 25 –51)
5 km
0km
N
W
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5 km
(4 cm 10 km) ( pp. 23, 53)
10 km
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#1
Formarinsee –
Lech am Arlberg
route Bus stop Formarinsee – Steinbock (Ibex) Monument –
Zug – Lech am Arlberg
length
14 km
duration
ca. 5 hours (easy mountain path)
publ.transp. Wanderbus between Lech am Arlberg and Formarinsee (toll-road) (see summer schedule for Wanderbus Lech)
sights/
Formarinsee – Alpe Formarin – Steinbock (Ibex) Monu
attractions ment – Lecher Pflanzgarten – Zug – Waldschwimmbad (pool) – Kneipp basin
information Lech Zuers Tourismus GmbH (Dorf 2, A-6764 Lech am Arlberg, telephone +43 5583 2161-0)
Formarinsee
14 km –
195 m –
6
8
629 m Lech am Arlberg
1950
1800
1650
1500
1350
m
km
2
4
10
12
On the Formarinsee
Over wooden planks
along the young
Lech River
The »Wanderbus« takes you from the Post Office station in
Lech to the bus stop »Formarinsee«, the last station. The Lechweg starts here at 1,793 metres above sea level.
A first short detour on the »Gueterweg« to the Formarinsee is
well worth it: a beautiful panorama opens up with a view over
the lake. After a u-turn you head back to the bus stop. Take
the short way along the street to the Alpe Formarin. There a
meadow path forks to the right and leads you past the Stein-
bock (Ibex) Monument, which reminds us of the resettlement
of these animals into the wild in 1958. One of the largest ibex
colonies in Europe lives here.
In the spring after the snowmelts you can, in the Lech source
area, see a few springs emerge right next to the trail. After
about an hour's march across mountain pastures and past
weathered limestone boulders, the Formarinbach (stream)
escorts you. Pretty soon it joins the waters of the Spullerbach
to form into the young Lech River. Farther down valley the
Lechweg passes the Aelpele, until you reach the locality of
Zug. At the fishpond, fresh fish are caught and grilled. Now
follow the Lech riverbank path to Lech am Arlberg crossing
the Tannberg parcel.
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Lech am Arlberg
sights/St. Nikolaus church (both old and new) – old court
attractions of the Walser on the Tannberg – Museum Huber Hus – Ruefikopfaussicht (reachable with the Ruefikopfbahn)
information Lech Zuers Tourismus GmbH (Dorf 2, A-6764 Lech am Arlberg, telephone +43 5583 2161-0)
View of Lech
Resting benches
near Lech
The Lech, a wild river, turquoise green, full of irrepressible
momentum, gave the town its name. Known first as »Licca«
it appeared in historical sources in the 8th century as »Lecha«.
The rushing, gravel-filled Lech characterizes the entire region
and also the center of the town of Lech.
Lech is located at 1,450 meters above sea level and in 2004 was
named »Europe's most beautiful village« for its development
in harmony with nature. The approximately 1,600 inhabitants
of Lech and Zuers are proud of their areas.
No buildings interfere here with the Alpine image. True to the
motto »Better less, but of the highest quality«, Lech serves as
an energy model region for sustainable economies. Each and
every faucet and fountain in Lech is fed by spring water. The
Huber Hus Museum represents the historical and cultural
center of the community. Before the 280 km of slopes and
180 km of variants open in the cradle of alpine skiing, the inhabitants of Lech devote themselves to new thoughts at the
traditional Philosophicum in September.
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#2
Lech am Arlberg –
Warth/Lechleiten
route length
Lech am Arlberg
Kuhschwab – Warth
Lechleiten
duration
– Stubenbach
– Gehren
–
–
14½ km
publ.transp. Bus 4268, Bus 40a, »Wanderbus« Lech-Warth Line #3
sights/
attractions
Natural swimming hole in Warth – town centre Warth with »Walserhus« and St. Sebastian Church – »Waelder Metzge« (butcher) – hanging footbridge across the Krumbach – climbing wall »Schrofenwies«
information Warth-Schroecken Tourism, Warth Office (A-6767 Warth, telephone +43 5583 3515-0)
Lech am Arlberg
14½ km –
733 m –
635 m
Lechleiten
8
10
12
1800
1650
1500
1350
1200
m
km
2
4
6
Swimming hole
Warth
Hanging footbridge across
the Krumbach
14
From the eastern locality Stubenbach, the Lech River snakes
through a fascinating ravine formation which is not always
visible from the trail. Through Stubenbach the trail lies above
the Lech chasm to the Grenztobel – the border between the
communities Lech and Warth. You cross several small mountain streams. The sharp left fork leads to a rest and dining
possibility, the Bodenalpe. Otherwise the forested path always
heads above the Lech River to a wooden bridge, which is secured with steel cables.
The trail goes uphill through the wood Hoehenwald to the
Walser village of Warth. Right at the town entrance, a natural
swimming pond and the highest situated cheese factory and
butcher of Vorarlberg, the »Waelder Metzge«, invite you to
have a break. The Walserhus and St. Sebastian Church bear
witness to the Walser craftmens' skills. More fun: wildwater
swimming in the Lech River with experienced guides from
the Alpinschule Widderstein (www.alpinschulewidderstein.
com, [email protected], Tel. +43 660 2149207).
A small swing bridge over the Krumbach stream leads to Gehren
and now you are on Tyrolean soil. Right near the trail in the
section of Steeg named Lechleiten, there is a natural climbing
crag »Schrofenwies« with over 31 tours for beginners to advanced climbers.
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#3
Warth/Lechleiten –
Steeg
route length
11 km
Lechleiten
duration
– Panorama Trail – Steeg
publ.transp. Bus 4268
sights/
Naturkaeserei Sojer – Swimming pool Aqua Nova
attractions information Tourism Office Steeg and Kaisers (A-6655 Steeg,
telephone +43 5633 5308)
Lechleiten
11 km –
295 m –
Steeg
711 m
1650
1500
1350
1200
1050
m
km
2
Cheese-maker Sojer
View from Warth
to Lechleiten at
foot of Biberkopf
4
6
8
10
12
14
Your route leads you over the »Panorama Trail« in the direction
of Steeg. Far above the Lech River, spectacular vistas open up
into the Lech Valley. Again and again, the magical turquiose
color of the river flashes from the deep. Several switchbacks
lead down to the Lech River. Along the riverside you reach the
town of Steeg. Have a break at the cheese factory Naturkaeserei
Sojer or in the award-winning restaurant »Postwirt«.The Hotel
Post is a member of the association »Naturparkwirten« (Nature
Park Hosts). Eight restaurants have joined together for the purpose of preparing and serving meals made from high-quality
Austrian products and ingredients. And afterwards, you can
release built-up muscle aches in the »Erlebnisbad Aqua Nova«
swimming pool.
One of the first Tyrolean female physicians comes from Steeg.
Anna Maria Dengel was born here on March 16th, 1892. She
studied in Ireland and finished her medical degree in 1919. As
a young doctor she founded a congregation of sisterhood missionary physicians, whose activities today still reach from the
counseling of youth, the ailing, the aged and prison populations
up to projects helping AIDs patients.
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#4
Steeg –
Holzgau
route Steeg
length
5 km
duration
ca. 1 ½ hours (easy trail)
– Holzgau
sights/
Waterfall and Kneipp basin – frescoes – parish church
attractions Maria Himmelfahrt – St. Sebastian Chapel – brewery
information Tourism Office Holzgau (A-6654 Holzgau, telephone +43 5633 5356)
Steeg
5 km –
130 m –
Holzgau
140 m
1350
1200
1050
900
750
m
km
1
2
3
4
5
Brigde over
Waterfall
Frescoes
in Holzgau
From Steeg to Holzgau you begin on a field path in direction
Haegerau. At the wildly romantic waterfall a Kneipp basin invites you to get into the water and stay a while. Along the
»Jochweg«, the ramble continues on to Holzgau.
Here Lueftlmalereien (Frescoes) from the late Baroque decorate
numerous facades and bear witness to the wealth of foregone
times.They emulate architectural elements and show the house
patron saint or the house mark or symbol. Also biblical scenes
or motives from the farming life and hunting are presented.
The architecture of the »Dengeles Hauses« is worth seeing as
is the parish church Maria Himmelfahrt with its altar paintings
by Johann Jakob Zeiler and Joseph Keller. In the Sebastian
Chapel of 1497, frescoes from the founding era are preserved.
In the brewery you can stop along the way for a freshly draught
beer and taste test. The Hotel Neue Post located right on the
town square, has made Tyrolean tourism history. Innsbrucker
Hans Fessler – student of Clemens Holzmeister – was responsible
for its architecture. Both belonged to a circle of architects who
substantially coined international tourism architecture in the
period between the World Wars.
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#5
Holzgau –
Bach
route Holzgau
Stockach
– Hoehenbachtal – Schigge –
– Bach
length
9 ½ km
duration
ca. 4 hours (demanding mountain trail)
sights/
Hoehenbachschlucht – Simms Waterfall – suspension attractions footbridge – Joechelspitzbahn (chairlift)/Mountain Hay Museum – Modertal Waterfall
information Tourism Office Lechtal (Untergiblen 23, A-6652 Elbigen
alp, telephone +43 5634 5315)
Holzgau
9½ km –
734 m –
Bach
778 m
1500
1350
1200
1050
900
m
km
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Pedestrian suspension bridge over
the Hoehenbachschlucht
Joechelspitzbahn
For those who are not dizzy, the Lechweg takes you over the
longest and probably most spectacular suspension footbridge
in Austria. 200.5 metres long and 110 metres high, it crosses
the Hoehenbachschlucht (gorge). For those who get dizzy, you
can also walk into the Hoehenbachtal valley path, past the
Simms Waterfall to the rest station Café Uta. From there the
trail leads up to the »Schigge«.
For part of the way you walk on wooden planks across the
landscape jewel Schigge, in direction Bach. Shortly before the
»Bengler Wald« (wood), the trail heads to the base station of
the chairlift Joechelspitzbahn. Taking the ride up, at the peak
station of the Joechelspitze you find the Lechtal Bergheumuseum (mountain hay museum). It documents the very laborious
work, and desolate conditions under which the Tyrolean
mountain farmers had to once survive.
Make your way from the Bengler Wood to a short detour towards »Seesumpf« to the mythical Modertal Waterfall. At Seesumpf on the right-hand side, the path again leads into the
wood. After a short while, you arrive at a small chapel. From
there the path leads down to the village of Bach. Between
Bach and Elbigenalp there is also an outdoor swimming area
with three heated pools.
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#6
Bach –
Elbigenalp
route Bach
Elbigenalp
length
3 km
duration
ca. 1 Stunde (easy trail)
– Obergiblen
– Untergiblen
–
sights/
Geierwally Open-Air Stage – Dengelhaus – St. Nikolaus attractions Church – Martin‘s Chapel – wood-carving school – Lech-
taler Haussegen Distillery
information Tourism Office Lechtal (Untergiblen 23, A-6652 Elbigen-
Bach
3 km –
16 m –
Elbigenalp
40 m
1350
1200
1050
900
750
m
km
½
1
1½
2
2½
3
On the Lech shore
Geierwally
Open-air Stage
Directly along the Lech river‘s shore the Lechweg takes you
from Bach to Elbigenalp. You march three kilometers on an
easy trail. To get to the centre of Elbigenalp, you must leave
the Lechweg.
Elbigenalp is geographically the center of the Lech Valley and
is in the middle between Reutte and Lech am Arlberg. It is
the village of Queen Marie, mother of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who spent much time here. Elbigenalp – birthplace of the
legendary Geierwally, Anna Stainer-Knittel, and stronghold of
the art of wood-carving. There are a number of schools, among
them, the College for Arts and Crafts, Sculpture, Gilding and
Sign-making. On the open-air stage »Geierwally«, plays and
concerts are performed which have a connection to the Lech
Valley. In the restaurant »Zur Geierwally«, an exhibit can be
seen on the life of Anna Stainer-Knittel.
The parish church of St. Nikolaus with its rich artistic treasures is worth a visit. Right next to it is the oldest chapel in the
valley, the Martin Chapel with its Ossuary. Here you see the
»Dance of Death« painted by Johann Anton Falger, who used
the Fuessen »Dance of Death« in the Anna Chapel as a model.
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#7
Elbigenalp –
Haeselgehr
route Elbigenalp
Haeselgehr
length
7 km
duration
ca. 3 hours (easy trail)
– Koeglen – Griessau
–
sights/
attractions
Biotope near Koeglen – St. Martin Church – outdoor
swimming pool – herbal path – mineral spring Otterbach
information Tourism Office Lechtal (Untergiblen 23, A-6652 Elbigen-
Elbigenalp
7 km –
137 m –
173 m
Haeselgehr
1350
1200
1050
900
750
m
km
1
2
Wading in
sulferous water
(outdoor pool
Haeselgehr)
Lech River between Elbigenalp
and Haeselgehr
3
4
5
6
From the centre of Elbigenalp it goes back to the Lech River. The
Lechweg now ambles along the river. Shortly before reaching
Koeglen you reach a small biotope. At Koeglen you cross the
Lechtal country road and walk on forest and wooded paths to
a leg with a wonderful panoramic view.
At the altitude of Griessau you again cross the road and walk
on a farm lane through a small lowland forest and thereafter
along the Lech River to the outdoor swimming pool in Haeselgehr.
A little artifical creek with sulferous water runs through the
facility.
In Haeselgehr, the parish church St. Martin awaits you with
a rarity: it is decorated in a pure Nazarene style. The walls of
the nave are, to an extent, coated in sheet brass. Contours of
saints are engraved and painted over colorfully in these sheets.
For those who may wish to take part of the route on the water,
they can sign-up in Haeselgehr at the »Wildwater Sport Lechtal – Fun Rafting and Canyoning« outfit. Contact: Tel. +43 5634
6304, www.fun-rafting.at
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#8
Haeselgehr –
Elmen
route Haeselgehr
length
5 km
duration
– Luxnach – Klimm
– Elmen
sights/
Doser Waterfall – Klimm bridge* – parish church Elmen*
attractions
information Tourism Office Stanzach (Stanzach 6, A-6642 Stanzach, telephone +43 5632 6605)
Haeselgehr
5 km –
309 m –
Elmen
274 m
1350
1200
1050
900
750
m
km
View from
Panoramaweg
over Elmen
Doser
Waterfall
1
2
3
4
From Haeselgehr, the Lechweg leads on to the »Weiler Luxnach«. Here you will find the Doser waterfall. Its water comes
from a grotto and had previously driven a mill. The waterfall
dries up on St. Martin's Day (November 11th) and springs back
on St. George's Day (April 23rd). According to legend, a dragon
is responsible for this – it lets the stream flow and dissapear
at the right times.
Your trek takes you to the Purweg and then on to the panorama trail towards Elmen. A break from rambling is offered in
»Klimm«, at the rest stop »Zur Gemuetlichkeit« (is not located
on Lechweg). To get to the centre of Elmen, you must leave the
Lechweg. The 15th century parish church in Elmen is worth a
visit. Like in Elbigenalp, there is also a »dance of death« by
Johann Anton Falger right here in the cemetery chapel.
From August 22 to 23, 2005 a terrible storm struck the region.
The flood waters of the Lech River created a wider riverbed in
Elmen and wiped out the Klimm bridge. It thus, upon rebuilding, had to be extended in length.
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#9
Elmen –
Vorderhornbach
route Elmen
length
6 km
duration
ca. 2 ½ hours (easy mountain path)
– Martinau
– Vorderhornbach
sights/
Church zum Hl. Joseph in Martinau* – Natural Adventure
attractions Pool Badino*
Elmen
6 km –
297 m –
361m
Vorderhornbach
1350
1200
1050
900
750
m
km
1
2
3
4
5
6
View from the
Panoramaweg
onto the Lech
River near Elmen
View down from
old skilift to
Vorderhornbach
From the centre of Elmen you go back to »Klimm« and from
there back up to the Lechweg. On the trail through the Lech
Valley, you for the first time run into a beech forest shortly
before reaching Vorderhornbach.
Before you hike down to the small hamlet of Martinau, a short
detour to the old ski lift can be taken. From here you have a
wonderful panoramic view of Vorderhornbach and the Lech
Valley.
From Martinau, follow the »Krackweg« to Vorderhornbach.
There you can enjoy the natural adventure pool Badino. Here
you can relax in natural, chlorine-free water. A rock to jump
from, a creek to play in, and a Tarzan vine to swing from, all
provide a special bathing experience.
The mild climate of Vorderhornbach gives it the name »Merano
of the Lech Valley«. Up until the 1960s rye was harvested here.
# 10
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Vorderhornbach –
Stanzach
route Vorderhornbach
length
3 km
duration
ca. 1 Stunde (easy trail)
– Stanzach
sights/
Baichlstein* with view of Lech »braid« – St. Michael Parish
attractions Church
Vorderhornbach
3 km –
43 m –
79 m
Stanzach
1200
1050
900
750
600
m
km
½
1
1½
2
2½
3
View back toward
Vorderhornbach
View of the »Lechzopf«
from Baichlstein
You pass Vorderhornbach and walk on a farm lane to the Lech
bridge. Here you cross the river and walk along the embankment to Stanzach.
Shortly before the Lech bridge, still on the Vorderhornbach
side, a short detour off the road on the left-hand side takes you
up to the Baichlstein. After about a forty-five minute walk, you
reach a lookout point with a great panoramic view of Vorderhornbach and onto the Lech »braid«, a magnificent riverbank
formation, downstream. This distinctive landscape goes back
to old groynes, which were once built by the former inhabitants
to secure the embankment.
In Stanzach be sure to visit the St. Michael parish church,
built in 1660 in a Nazarene style. In 1774 it burned down, the
reconstruction took place between 1775 and 1780. It was last
renovated from 1976 to 1984. The artist, Johann Jakob Zeiler
from Reutte, designed the high altar painting of St. Michael.
Please note that Stanzach is the last opportunity to buy
groceries. The next supermarket is located in Weissenbach.
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# 11
Stanzach –
Forchach
route Stanzach
length
5 ½ km
duration
– Forchach
sights/
Wild river landscape – Forchach hanging bridge
attractions
Stanzach
5½ km –
40 m –
Forchach
65m
1200
1050
900
750
600
m
km
1
Forchach
hanging bridge
Building
stone men
2
3
4
5
Welcome to the »wild river«.The Lechweg now leads you along
the gravel banks through the characteristic wild river landscape. Take the time to build stone sculptures, have a refreshment on one of the driftwood logs, or stop for a snack at a
designated picnic area.
Just before reaching Forchach, a forest lane branches off to
the »Café Alte Muehle«. Simply follow the signs.
The Lechweg leads on the left side along to the Forchach hang-
ing bridge. The walking trail does not lead over the bridge, yet
a trip across it is worth it. You have a spectacular view onto
the wild Lech River from this 75 metre-long swing bridge,
erected in 1906.
We recommend that birdwatchers stay longer on this segment
of the Lech River. The gravel enbankments offer the best conditions for viewing many species of breeding birds, such as
the sandpiper or the little ringed plover. Guided tours from
Nature Park Rangers are held every Tuesday from 9:00AM to
11:00AM in July, August and September (see page 19).
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# 12
Forchach –
Weissenbach
route Forchach
length
7 km
duration
– Weissenbach
sights/
Johannes Bridge – man-made Lake – Moosberg – Kneipp attractions basin
information Tourism Board Office Naturpark Region Reutte (Kirch-
platz 3, A-6671 Weissenbach, telephone +43 5678 5303)
Forchach
7 km –
115 m –
Weissenbach
141m
1200
1050
900
750
600
m
km
1
2
3
4
5
6
Lech River near
Forchach
Sheep on the
Moosberg near
Weissenbach
Continuing along the riverbank you reach the Johannes Bridge.
The first bridge here was built in the mid-19 th century. Those
who crossed then had to pay a toll.
The ramble climbs on past the man-made quarry lake. This rest
area sets the stage for a cook-out and a break. After, you cross
the main country road, leaving the Lech River for a bit.
At the foot of the Moosberg mountain the Lechweg leads to
Weissenbach. At Weissenbach, there is a Kneipp basin to refresh
your tired feet and legs.
The Moosberg is a very special ecological area. It provides a
small-scale mosaic of dry and wet spots. The wide-open meadows
and pastures at the foot of the slope offer ground-nesting birds,
such as the whinchat and skylark, an ideal habitat. The grazing
of sheep keeps the landscape open and thus contributes to the
conservation of biological diversity.
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# 13
Weissenbach –
Waengle
route Weissenbach
Hoefen
length
9 km
duration
– Rieden – Ehenbichl
– Waengle
– (Reutte
–
)
sights/Rieden Lake – Gasthof Kreuz – Castle Worlds Ehrenberg* – attractions Hahnenkamm
information Hoefen (Hauptstrasse 24, A-6604 Hoefen, Tel. +43 5672 64937)
Weissenbach
9 km –
173 m –
119 m
Waengle
1200
1050
900
750
600
m
km
1
View from the
Schlosskopf
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
From the center of the Weissenbach, the Lechweg leads back
to the river and to the outlet of the Rotlech ravine. From here
it is on to Rieden, where Lake Rieden poses an idyllic hideaway.
Hidden in the forest, it offers some rare natural treasures. In the
hamlet of Rieden the Gasthof Kreuz has been serving Tyrolean
hospitality for over 250 years. The outdoor seating in the garden
is especially inviting.
You have two paths to choose from for your route. Through the
Klausen Forest, you reach to the Fortress »Schlosskopf«. It offers
a breathtaking panorama. The Castle Worlds Ehrenberg is testimony to over two thousand years of European history. In the
museum »On the Knight's Trail« you can dip into the past. Beginning July 2013, a new natural history exhibition about the Lech
River will be on display. The descent is down towards Ehenbichl.
For those who do not want to visit the Castle Worlds, follow the
marked trail at the riverside to Ehenbichl.
From Ehenbichl you walk over the bridge to Hoefen, located at
the foot of the Hahnenkamm Mountain. From here, the Reutte
cable car takes you up to the mountains. On the path between
Hoefen and Waengle there is a plant garden in a small wood.
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# 14
Waengle –
Pflach
route Waengle
Pflach
length
9½ km
duration
ca. 3 hours (demanding trail)
– Costaries chapel – Frauensee
– (Reutte
)
–
sights/
Costaries chapel – Frauensee – town centre Reutte* –
attractions Heritage Museum Gruenes Haus* – Alpentherme Ehren-
berg SPA* – bird-watching tower Pflach
information Tourism Board Naturpark Region Reutte (Untermarkt 34, A-6600 Reutte, telephone +43 5672 62336)
Waengle
9½ km –
381 m –
Pflach
485m
1200
1050
900
750
600
m
km
1
2
View of the Frauensee
Bird-watching tower
Pflacher Au
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
From Waengle the Lechweg of leads you at first over the High
Panorama Trail. From there, a climb leads up to the Costaries
chapel. The short climb is worth it – a wonderful panoramic view
of the Reutte basin awaits you. Continue towards the small
lake, the Frauensee. At 150 meters long and 120 meters wide,
the lake appears almost inconspicuous. Right on the Frauensee,
you can stop for some refreshment. Then the path leads down
to Hinterbichl. You cross the river via the footbridge and walk
through the Pflacher Au. It is known for its extraordinary birdlife.
The wild river stretches of the Lech River with gravel banks offer
teriffic conditions. In the vicinity of the Innovation Center you
find the bird-watching tower. An educational trail about birdlife
begins here.
To get to the center of Reutte, you must leave the Lechweg
beyond the footbridge. Follow the signs. The district's main
town offers many shopping opportunities. The Alpentherme
Ehrenberg Spa invites you to relax. Stroll through the Reutte
lower market with its colorful old mansions. The museum in
the »Gruenes Haus« is worth a visit.
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# 15
Pflach –
Fuessen
route Pflach
wang
Lechfall
length
15 km
duration
– Kniepass – Sternschanze – Oberpins– Alpsee – Swan Lake – Kalvarienberg –
– Fuessen
sights/Sternschanze – Alpsee – Marie Monument – museum attractions of the Bavarian Kings* – Royal Castles – Kalvarienberg –
Lechfall – Forest Nature Centre Ziegelwies*
information Fuessen Tourism and Marketing (Kaiser-Maximilian-
Platz 1, D-87629 Fuessen, telephone +49 8362 9385-0)
Pflach
15 km –
722 m –
Fuessen
760 m
1200
1050
900
750
600
m
km
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
Alpsee near
Hohenschwangau
Lechfall near
Fuessen
On this last stretch, you leave the Lech River and walk on forest
paths and lanes over the Kniepass to the Sternschanze (starshaped entrenchment). It is as part of the fortification remains
of the Castle Worlds Ehrenberg. Here a beautiful view of Oberpinswang can be taken in.
Follow in the footsteps of King Ludwig II. Leave the Lechweg
at Unterpinswang and stop in at the Gutshof Schluxen. King
Ludwig II was a frequent guest here. From the Schluxen, take
the Fuerstenstrasse back to the Lechweg. After a stretch on
forested roads, the Lechweg leads on wooded paths toward
a lake, the Alpsee, and onto Bavarian soil. You walk past the
Israelite, an elongated, slightly overhanging rock face. Soon the
Alpsee flashes through the leaves of trees. Enjoy the wonderful
view of Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein Castles shortly
thereafter. Follow the Alpsee trail past the Marie Monument.
If your legs are tired from walking, on the other bank, the café
and restaurant »Alpenrose am See« awaits you. Afterwards, you
go above the Swan Lake on the Alpenrosenweg to the Kalvarien-
berg. Climb the last ascent of the Lechweg. The view makes up
for the effort: Over the rooves of Fuessen, the view extends
far into the Alpine foothills with its many lakes, or back to the
castles and the Tyrol. Now you descend to the Lechfall – the
terminal point of the Lechweg Trail.
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Fuessen
sights/
attractions
Fuessen City Museum (with Anna Chapel and Dance
of Death) – Baroque Basilica St. Mang – High Castle with Municipal Art Gallery and State Painting Collection –
Forggensee with boat tours – Heilig Geist Infirmary Church – St. Sebastian cemetary – Franciscan monastery with St. Stephan’s Church – St. Nikolaus Creche Church – Festspielhaus (festival hall)
information Fuessen Tourism and Marketing (Kaiser-Maximilian-
Platz 1, D-87629 Fuessen, telephone +49 8362 9385-0)
View from the Kalvarienberg to Fuessen
Neuschwanstein Castle
with the Alpsee
Surrounded by impressive mountain peaks, but also by gentle
hills, the city of Fuessen lies at 800 meters above sea level. It
is the hub of the Allgaeu hiking trail network. This is where the
»Romantic Road«, the »Maximilianweg«, the »Via Alpina« and
the »Via Claudia Augusta« meet. Around 200 kilometres of
hiking trails lead to more than ten lakes, to the Royal Castles,
to the Forggensee boat tours, to dairies and also breweries.
Fuessen can look back on more than 700 years of history.
The medieval streets of the old town, the city walls and many
Baroque churches invite you to stroll and marvel.
In 1562, the first European lute-making guild was established
in Fuessen – the town became the cradle of commercial lute
and violin instrument-making. Today, the Fuessen City Museum
houses one of Europe's finest collections of historical lutes
and violins. Also worth seeing in the museum is the Fuessen
»Dance of Death« by Jakob Hiebeler. Above the old town the
High Castle towers with its late-medieval illusionary trompe
l'oeil paintings in the courtyard. The former summer residence
of the prince bishops of Augsburg now holds a Bavarian State
Painting Collection and the Municipal Art Gallery.
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Walking tips
The Trail
Rambling is not a sprint! Do not begin the legs too fast. Sweating is OK, but do not get out of breath. If you are able to hold
a conversation comfortably while walking, then you have found
an appropriate pace. Walking should relax you! A mobile phone
helps in an emergency: dial 144 for emergency assistance, the
European emergency number is 112 and mountain rescue is 140.
The Weather
Do not start any leg if thunderstorms or a storm has been
forecast. Also if poor weather sets in, the trail segments can be
shortened by taking the public transportation. In the category
»Attractions«, you can find alternative things to do on rainy
days on the stages.
The Walking Season
The Lechweg starts at 1,793 meters above sea level. The entire
trail can only be walked between the end of June and the beginning of October. Whoever wants to begin sooner may choose
an abbreviated variant from Steeg to Fuessen. Here the hiking
season begins in May.
The right gear for the Lech Trail –
Tips by outdoor-specialist Tatonka
Equipment list for a multi-day hike on the Lechweg:
■
Hiking backpack with back circulation
■
Rain poncho
■
Rain gear and rain pants (functional clothing/SPF Block)
■
Comfortable seasonal clothing
■
Hiking shoes or hiking boots
■
Trekking poles
■
Sunglasses and retainer
■
Sun hat or cap
■
Fleece pullover (even in summer!)
■
Extra pair of socks
■
Provisions (at least a snack or granola bar)
■
Drink bottle or drinking system
■
Sunscreen
■
First-aid kit
■
Toiletries (soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, creams,
etc. personal use)
■
Medications
■
Hygiene items
■
Toilet paper, Kleenex
■
Towel
■
Slippers or sandals
■
Sleepwear
■
Mobile phone
■
evtl. map »Lechweg«1/Wanderfuehrer »Der Lechweg«2
(available at the Tourism Information/Offices)
■
Pocket knife
■
Photo ID, currency
➜
and do not forget the Lechweg-Service Booklet
Maps/Literature
1
Wanderkarte »Lechweg«, 1:25.000, Public Press,
ISBN 978-3-89920-728-6, € 6,95
2
Wanderfuehrer »Der Lechweg«, Christel Blankenstein, 128 S.,
Berg & Tal Verlag, ISBN 978-3-939499-37-4, € 14,90
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Information about backpacks:
A walking backpack normally has a packing volume of 20 to 30
liters, suited for a one to two day tour. It should have good carrying
strap system, which ideally supports your back. A good walking
backpack should have side pockets for things that you need to access
quickly (food, water bottle, hat, etc.). An integrated rain shell is
advantageous as is a bracket for your hiking poles. For your safety
we recommend a shoulder strap with a whistle and a flashlight
holder. For men we recommend the model Leon 38 for the Lechweg.
The equivalent women's model is Jaca 36. Both backpack models
are best suited for multiple stage tours with a packing volume of
38 or 36 liters, respectively. The proven X Lite Vario strap carrying
system with lumbar pad; has the option to adjust the shoulder
straps to varying lengths at the onset, is strengthened with two
crossed GFK-tubing which efficiently redistributes the load onto
the ergonomically-shaped hip belt.
Information about clothing:
Hikiing apparel should be chosen according to the season. In
any case, a comfortable fit is very important. This guarantees
maximum freedom of motion. Functional undergarments are
recommended, since you can break out in a sweat while walking
too. Remember that the weather in the mountains can change
quickly. Take along long trousers, a warm fleece and rain shell
even in summer. Because of their breathability, special functional
sportswear instead of simple rain clothes is recommended. Having
a second pair of socks in the backpack is never a bad idea (one
could get wet feet sometimes...).
Shoulder Straps
Strap System
Hiking Pole
Bracket
Shoulder Strap
Side Pockets
Hip Belt
integrated Rain Shell
Additional tips:
Trekking poles offer secure footing on mountainous terrain!
Take along sufficient energy food (granola bar, dextrose, chocolate, trail mix) and liquids!
Regardless of the season, always bring sunscreen, and because
of the strong UV rays in the mountains, take sunglasses along!
In case of an emergency, take your mobile phone with you!
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Getting the perfect footwear:
This is how long-distance walking becomes a joy –
Tips from hiking footwear expert LOWA
In order to search for, and find the perfect hiking boot which can
provide pain-free walking on long-distance trails like the 125 km
Lechweg, one needs some know-how.
The hiking footwear fits, when the shaft surrounds the foot like a
second skin. Yet at the same time, it should not pinch. Your toes
need room: they should not bump against the front nor top. Test
this necessary free motion also while going uphill and downhill –
specialty shops often offer »test parcours«, which simulate walking
on the terrain. Additionally, walk slanted to make certain your foot
does not slide around in the shoe.
The fit around the heel in the footwear is especially important.
If the heel room of the hiking footwear is too wide, your foot will
slide up when rolling over or standing on uneven terrain. This can
lead to painful chafing. Therefore, test very consciously if the heel
sits tight in the shoe.
The walker should also carefully inspect the lacing: it is very important in uneven terrain. Optimal support are provided by laces which
reach almost to the tow cap. It is recommended that you readjust
the lacing after ten minutes of wearing the footwear, because the
shoe only fits correctly after it has been worn a while.
Useful tips for purchasing hiking boots:
➜ When: Do not buy your hiking boots just before the ramble! Shoes need to be broken in in order to insure absolute foot comfort. Wear your shoes at least four weeks on short walks before the hike.
➜ How: Test various models and do not go for the first pair that seems to fit. Make no compromises!
➜ Extra Tip: Go shopping for your hiking shoes during the after-
noon, During the day, your foot swells, making it a better time to test footwear.
Inner side: The shaft is
additionally padded on the
inside, in order to fixate
the foot and to avoid any
pressure spots.
Shaft: It needs to support
the ankle and at the same
time remain flexible enough
to allow for free motion.
Heel box: If too big the foot
slips back and up in the shoe
– which can cause chafing.
Laces: Good hiking footwear
is offered (i.e. at LOWA) in
various lacing sizes.
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Lechweg Certification
The Lechweg has been awarded the quality award »Leading Quality Trails – Best of
Europe« as excellent long-distance trail by
the European Ramblers Association (ERA).
The new European evaluation system has
been adding to the content of established
quality trails »Wanderbares Deutschland« for years, yet sets
even higher requirements for a hiking trail. Criteria need to be
met in relation to short 4 km-long section, daily stages, and the
overall length of the route. Thus the »Leading Quality Trails –
Best of Europe« have strict limits for asphalted or street segments, they must be contiguous, user-friendly, and signposted and offer a diversified course. The most important further
developments relate to the daily stages. Safety according to
national regulations plays a significant role. Also hiker-friendly
entry points, including parking areas, and the accessibility
to public transportation must be guaranteed.The level of difficulty of the trail is designated by the categories set by the ERA,
which are based on those of the Alpenvereine (Alpine Associations). One new criteria is »paths with implemented safety
measures«, paying due respect to the demands of trails in alpine
regions.
The required information headboards at the start and end
point of the long-distance trail, which need to be in at least
two languages, are also new.
Gut untergekommen
You can book the Lechweg as a
package holiday with our partner,
Wikinger Tours.
Itinerary
1.Day: Welcome to the Lech Valley!
2.Day: Formarinsee & Lech source region
3.Day: From Lech am Arlberg to Steeg
4.Day: To Elbigenalp
5.Day: Orchids and butterflies
6.Day: Intact river landscapes
7.Day: To the Lech falls
8.Day: Departure from the Allgaeu or extension in Fuessen
Included travel services:
➜ 7 nights accommodations in rooms with toilet,
bathtub and/or shower
➜ 5 x half-board
➜ 2 x breakfast buffet only (in Stanzach and Fuessen)
➜ baggage transportation
➜ detailled trail descriptions
➜ maps with marked routes
➜ tourist taxes
Excluded services:
➜ SPA and wellness treatments
Dates: Arrival on any day of the week possible
Price per person with a min. of 2 persons
Single Room
Double
29.June – 12.July 2013 € 690
€ 595
13.July – 13.Sept. 2013
€ 7 10
€ 625
(Single supplement € 40.-)
Additional nights are bookable at all points.
Please mention at time of booking.
Contact and Information:
Wikinger Reisen, Koelner Strasse 20, D- 58135 Hagen
telephone: +49 2331 904804, Fax: +49 2331 904891
[email protected], www.wikinger-reisen.de
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Excellent Ramblers‘ Hospitality
On the following pages, we introduce the Lechweg hosts. They
have been tested according to quality criteria and are oriented
to the special needs of the rambler. Before and after every stage,
they are your competent contact person, adviser and helper.
Every guesthouse has an employee who is familiar with the
Lechweg and the regional route, knows how to get you back
on the Lechweg, and offer you maps. Current public bus schedules or suggested routes for walks can also be obtained at
your accommodation. Information on things like weather
forecasts or notification of accessibility of the trail is available
on the notice board in most guest houses.
Booking inquiries can be made at all hosts simply per letter,
phone call, fax and internet or e-mail – even for only one night.
Assistance with baggage transfer or shuttle service to the
start or endpoint of the stages are offered for a fee. In the event
of small inconveniences along the way, your hosts are equipped
with a limited hikers‘ pharmacy or can also offer the chance
for you to launder and dry your gear.
Tip: Don’t want to pack your luggage or change your accommodation location daily? Then simply book a home base
accommodation and use the public bus service to get to your
stage starting point. This makes your travel plans easier while
saving you money along the way.
The listing of the 112 Lechweg-Partner enterprises ensues in
different categories: For one they are arranged according to
the course of the route – from Lech am Arlberg as starting point
to Fuessen in the Allgaeu as end point. They are also listed according to their classification. Please be aware that these are
different in Germany and Austria, respectively: In Germany
stars are the quality symbol for all accommodations regardless
of type. In Austria hotels and guesthouses are also classified
into categories with stars. Private apartments and rooms, on
the other hand, are given an Edelweiss symbol, farmsteads
have daisies. Generally, the more stars, edelweiss or daisies an
accommodation has, the more amenities and services it offers.
Camping along the Lechweg: Camping along the Lechweg is
possible at camp and caravan sites in Haeselgehr, Reutte and
Fuessen. Because the public bus services along the route are
so good, these places can be used as a home base and you can
return to them after your day’s walk. Camping in undesignated
areas is illegal, as is the case in many European countries.
Information about the host section: Local tourist taxes are
not included in the given prices. Information can be obtained
at the respective tourism organisations. The price shown is
per person, based on double occupancy, including breakfast,
in hotels and guesthouses. There is a single supplement in most
cases. Prices for apartments are usually independent of number
of occupants, otherwise it is noted. Please note that in most
cases no breakfast is included in an apartment booking. The
prices range »from… to…« and take into account the season
and room category; for more information contact the host
directly.
Some hosts offer a shuttle transfer (short stretch) free of charge
to the starting point of the next stage, or from the end of the
stage to the accommodation. Look for the following pictogram:
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Lech am Arlberg
Die Krone von Lech
Category:
Distance to Lechweg Number of rooms
300 m
53
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)
€ 120.– to 215.–
Romantik Hotel, Dorf 13
A-6764 Lech am Arlberg
telephone +43 55 83/2551
[email protected]
www.kronelech.at
Hotel Gasthof Post
Category:
50 m
48
€ 170.– to 270.–
Dorf 11
telephone +43 55 83/22 06
[email protected]
www.postlech.com
Hotel Austria
Category:
S
Distance to Lechweg Number of rooms/apts
300 m
33/25
€ 72.– to 102.–
Price/night for an apartment (4 Pers.)
€ 95.– to 192.–
Omesberg 287
telephone +43 55 83/23 82
[email protected]
www.hotelaustria.com
Hotel der Berghof
Category:
S
200 m
57
€ 87.– to 136.–
Dorf 161
telephone +43 55 83/26 35
[email protected]
www.derberghof.at
Hotel Gotthard
Category:
S
30 m
49
€ 70.– to 130.–
Omesberg 119
telephone +43 55 83/3 56 00
[email protected]
www.gotthard.at
Hotel Aurora
Category:
300 m
24
€ 75.– to 95.–
Omesberg 209
telephone +43 55 83/23 54
[email protected]
www.aurora-lech.com
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Lech am Arlberg
Hotel Burgwald
Category:
1,3 km
17/3
€ 51,60 to 58,60
Price per night for an apartment
€ 75,60
Oberlech 151
telephone +43 55 83/23 10
[email protected]
www.hotelburgwald.com
Haldenhof Hotel-Pension
Category:
150 m
23
€ 59.– to 69.–
Tannberg 347
telephone +43 55 83/244 40
[email protected]
www.haldenhof.at
Hotel Pension Roggal
Category:
160 m
22
€ 48.– to 67.–
Omesberg 184
telephone +43 55 83/22 74
[email protected]
www.roggal.com
Rote Wand Hotel & Gasthof
Category:
550 m
50
Price per person per night (DBL + All incl.)
€ 139.– to 143.–
Zug 5
telephone +43 55 83/3 43 50
[email protected]
www.rotewand.com
Hotel Garni Staefeli
Category:
600 m
8/5
€ 55.– to 80.–
€ 60.– to 90.–
Zug 525
telephone +43 55 83/39370
[email protected]
www.staefeli.at
Hotel Theodul / Hus Hoerili
Category:
200 m
30/3
€ 56.– to 87.–
€ 130.– to 255.–
Omesberg 332
telephone +43 55 83/23 08
[email protected]
www.theodul.at
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Lech am Arlberg
Hotel Bergheim
Category:
200 m
19/8
€ 34.– to 38.–
€ 70.– to 145.–
Dorf 172
telephone +43 55 83/22 56
[email protected]
www.hotel-bergheim.at
Hotel Kristall
Category:
650 m
20
€ 37.– to 44.–
Anger 284
telephone +43 55 83/24 22
[email protected]
www.lech-kristall.at
Hotel Laerchenhof
Category:
400 m
26
€ 44.– to 54.–
Omesberg 313
telephone +43 55 83/23 00
[email protected]
www.laerchenhof-lech.at
Hotel Lech
Category:
300 m
19
€ 51.– to 91.–
Dorf 263
telephone +43 55 83/22 89-0
[email protected]
www.hotel-lech.eu
Pension Alwin
Category:
180 m
12
€ 36.– to 39.–
Zug 309
telephone +43 55 83/3 0930
[email protected]
www.alwin.at
Haus Buerstegg
Category:
900 m
8
€ 46.– to 56.–
Strass 326
telephone +43 55 83/2453
[email protected]
www.buerstegg.at
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Lech am Arlberg
Hotel Garni Lavendel
Category:
50 m
12
€ 40.– to 55.–
Dorf 447
telephone +43 55 83/2657
[email protected]
www.lavendel.at
Pension Bergmaehder
Category:
2,3 km
1/4
€ 55.– to 65.–
€ 65.– to 175.–
Oberlech 531
telephone +43 55 83/30 07
[email protected]
www.bergmaehder.at
Apartmenthaus Braunarl
Category:
Distance to Lechweg Number of apartments
0m
12
€ 52.– to 110.–
Omesberg 438
telephone +43 55 83/3 66 40
[email protected]
www.braunarl.com
Pension Daniel
Category:
150 m
10
€ 40.– to 47.–
Omesberg 397
telephone +43 55 83/29 29
[email protected]
www.pension-daniel.at
Pension Hasenfluh
Category:
800 m
10
€ 28,60 to 34,40
Strass 402
telephone +43 55 83/2 1 1 29
[email protected]
www.hasenfluh.at
Pension Michaela
Category:
2,3 km
9
€ 40.– to 47.–
Oberlech 341
telephone +43 55 83/26 1 7
[email protected]
www.pension-michaela.com
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Lech am Arlberg
Pension Schneider
Category:
700 m
11
€ 35.– to 44.–
Dorf 1 15
telephone +43 55 83/29 69
[email protected]
www.schneider-lech.at
S´Edelweiss
Category:
500 m
10
€ 38.– to 43.–
Anger 1 45
telephone +43 55 83/24 10
[email protected]
www.edelweiss-lech.at
Haus Wallis
Category:
1 70 m
9/9
€ 38.– to 50.–
€ 90.– to 140.–
Omesberg 17 1
telephone +43 55 83/3 80 00
[email protected]
www.wallislech.at
Pension Walserheim
Category:
450 m
7
€ 35.– to 38.–
Dorf 1 58
telephone +43 55 83/29 96
[email protected]
www.walserheim.at
Appart Altana
Category:
450 m
4
€ 79.– to 144.–
Dorf 570
telephone +43 55 83/42 12
[email protected]
www.altana.cc
Appartements Haus Dr. Muxel
Category: 4 Edelweiss
400 m
2
€ 47.– to 98.–
Strass 654, A-6764 Lech am Arlberg
telephone +43 55 83/3 09 77 oder
Mobil +43 664/7 82 96 65
[email protected]
www.dr-muxel.com
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Lech am Arlberg – Warth
Chalet Anna Maria
Category:
100 m
2/10
€ 58.– to 84.–
€ 86.– to 300.–
Tannberg 235
telephone +43 55 83/20 75
[email protected]
www.annamarialech.at
Wellnesshotel Warther Hof
Category:
S
0m
72/1
€ 94.– to 152.–
€ 150.–
Bregenzerwaldstrasse 53
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 55 83/35 04
[email protected]
www.wartherhof.com
Boutique Hotel Lechtalerhof
Category:
0m
20
€ 50.– to 75.–
Nr. 55
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 55 83/26 77
[email protected]
www.lechtalerhof.at
Familienhotel Jaegeralpe
Category:
3 km
43
€ 59.– to 65.–
Hochkrumbach 5
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 55 83/42 50
[email protected]
www.jaegeralpe.at
Sporthotel Steffisalp
Category:
200 m
56
€ 77.–
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 55 83/3699
[email protected]
www.steffisalp.at
Alpin Garni Warth
Category:
100 m
6/2
€ 40.– to 43.–
€ 40.– to 43.–
Nr. 56
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 55 83/27 16
[email protected]
www.alpinwarth.at
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Warth
Gasthaus Walserstube
Category:
200 m
7/1
€ 45.– to 50.–
€ 110.– to 120.–
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 55 83/3557
[email protected]
www.walserstube.at
Haus Sabine
100 m
4/1
€ 28.– to 32.–
€ 28.– to 32.–
Nr. 66
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 664/3 89 43 11
[email protected]
www.pension-sabine.com
Gasthof Tyrol
Category:
280 m
19
€ 35.– to 38.–
Gehren 1
A-6767 Warth-Gehren
telephone +43 55 83/36 09
[email protected]
www.gasthof-tyrol.com
Gehrnerhof Urlaub am Bauernhof
Category: 4 Margeriten
0m
3/2
€ 35.– to 40.–
€ 70.– to 75.–
Gehren 5
A-6767 Warth-Gehren
telephone +43 55 83/3602
[email protected]
www.gehrnerhof.at
Berggasthaus Alpenrose
Category:
100 m
18
€ 35.– to 40.–
Lechleiten 15 a
A-6767 Warth-Lechleiten
telephone +43 55 83/36 16
[email protected]
www.berggasthaus-alpenrose.at
Gasthof Holzgauerhaus
Category:
0m
8
€ 38.– to 60.–
Lechleiten 7
A-6767 Warth-Lechleiten
telephone +43 55 83/35 13
[email protected]
www.holzgauerhaus.at
80 | 81
Steeg
Hotel Post Steeg
Category:
0m
35
€ 85.– to 119.–
Nr. 17
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/53 07
[email protected]
www.poststeeg.at
Hotel Tannenhof
Category:
500 m
39
€ 36.– to 44.–
Walchen 46
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/52 90
[email protected]
www.tannenhof.at
Gasthof Schwarzer Adler
Category:
400 m
28
€ 38.– to 50.–
Haegerau 11
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/56 22
[email protected]
www.gasthof-schwarzer-adler.at
»Der Stern« Kraeuterhotel & Wirtshaus
Category:
0m
15
€ 43.– to 48.–
Dickenau 14
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/56 44
[email protected]
www.gasthof-stern.at
Gaestehaus Wiesenruh
100 m
4
€ 25.– to 33.–
Buckgasse 19
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/5697
[email protected]
www.wiesenruh.com
Laerchenhof
70 m
3/2
€ 23.– to 28.–
€ 40.– to 56.–
Hinterellenbogen 11a
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/56 1 7
[email protected]
www.laerchenhof-tirol.net
82 | 83
Steeg – Holzgau
Haus Lechblick
0m
4
€ 25.– to 26.–
Nr. 10, A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/57 62
Mobil +43 680/3 22 68 17
[email protected]
www.hauslechblick.at
Familie Pfefferkorn
800 m
2/2
€ 25.– to 30.–
€ 46.– to 48.–
Haegerau 34a
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 56 33/2 00 65
[email protected]
www.fidel.at
Ferienwohnung Jasmin
€ 65.– to 72.–
Haegerau 40e
A-6655 Steeg
telephone +43 676/6 0550 99
[email protected]
www.lechtal.info
1,2 km
1
Wohlfuehlhotel Berg Heil
Category:
S
800 m
15
€ 34.– to 42.–
Price/person/night (DBL+ half-board)
€ 48.– to 54.–
Lechtaler Strasse 114
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/52 15
[email protected]
www.bergheil.com
Hotel Ober-Lechtalerhof
Category:
S
50 m
20
€ 39.– to 49.–
Nr. 40
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/56 88
[email protected]
www.oberlechtalerhof.com
Hotel Neue Post
Category:
/
0m
27/10
€ 41,50 to 45.–
€ 64.– to 76.–
Nr. 47
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/52 04
[email protected]
www.hotelneuepost.eu
84 | 85
Holzgau
Hotel Winklerhof
Category:
900 m
20
€ 45.– to 48.–
Winkl 122
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/54 83
[email protected]
www.winklerhof.at
Gasthof Baeren
Category:
0m
26
€ 36.– to 49.–
Nr. 56
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/52 17
[email protected]
www.holzgau.net
Ferienschloessl Harmonie
Category:
0m
4/5
€ 30.– to 39.–
Price/night for an apartment (2–4 Pers.)
€ 52.– to 107.–
Nr. 38
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/2 00 99
[email protected]
www.harmonie-lechtal.at
Pension Alpenperle
Category:
700 m
8/2
€ 29.– to 32.–
€ 46.– to 60.–
Nr. 120
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/53 83
[email protected]
www.alpenperle-holzgau.com
Pension Birkenhof
Category:
0m
21/3
€ 34.– to 48.–
€ 34.– to 48.–
Nr. 59
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/52 17
[email protected]
www.holzgau.net
Landhaus Marion
Category:
100 m
2/3
€ 30.– to 35.–
€ 48.– to 56.–
Nr. 41
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/52 93
[email protected]
www.landhaus-marion.at
86 | 87
Holzgau – Bach
Laerchenhof
0m
2
€ 25.–
Duernau 7
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 676/6 36 93 52
[email protected]
www.laerchen-hof.at
Hof Walch
900 m
5/3
€ 20.– to 25.–
€ 37,50 to 42,50
Schoenau 14
A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/52 08
[email protected]
www.hof-walch.com
Gaestehaus Huber
0m
3/1
€ 22.– to 25.–
€ 44.– to 52.–
Nr. 24a, A-6654 Holzgau
telephone +43 56 33/51 05
Mobil +43 664/6 41 42 62
[email protected]
www.huber-holzgau.at
Hotel Post
Category:
S
100 m
28
€ 40.– to 45.–
Oberbach 44
A-6653 Bach
telephone +43 56 34/63 45
[email protected]
www.hotelpost-bach.at
Hotel Alpenblick
Category:
500 m
35
€ 32.– to 40.–
Unterbach 10
A-6653 Bach
telephone +43 56 34/63 66
[email protected]
www.alpenblick-bach.at
Wanderhotel Gruener Baum
Category:
100 m
25
€ 35.– to 42.–
Am Dorfplatz 43
A-6653 Bach
telephone +43 56 34/63 43
[email protected]
www.gruenerbaum.at
88 | 89
Bach – Elbigenalp
Haus am Waldrand
1 km
4/4
€ 30.– to 35.–
€ 55.– to 60.–
Unterbach 27a
A-6653 Bach
telephone +43 56 34/65 11
[email protected]
www.haus-am-waldrand.at
Trudis Hoamat
500 m
5
€ 24.– to 30.–
Stockach 21
A-6653 Bach
telephone +43 6 76/9 60 44 16
[email protected]
www.trudis-hoamat.at
Alpenrose Wellness- u. Familienhotel
Category:
S
600 m
90
€ 89.– to 134.–
Price/person/night (DBL+ half-board)
€ 99.– to 143.–
Untergiblen 2 1
A-6652 Elbigenalp
telephone +43 56 34/A-6651
[email protected]
www.alpenrose.net
Hotel-Gasthof-Stern
Category:
1,1 km
41
€ 45.– to 49.–
Nr. 7
A-6652 Elbigenalp
telephone +43 56 34/62 02
[email protected]
www.hotel-stern.at
Hotel Panorama
Category:
700 m
17
€ 60.– to 75.–
Untergiblen 26
A-6652 Elbigenalp
telephone +43 56 34/62 75
[email protected]
www.alpenparadies.at
Haus Walch
700 m
3/1
€ 28,80 to 33,80
€ 55,80 to 58,80
Nr. 12
A-6652 Elbigenalp
telephone +43 6 64/73 72 13 34
[email protected]
www.haus-walch.at
90 | 91
Haeselgehr – Elmen – Vorderhornbach – Stanzach
Haus Alpina
200 m
2
€ 28.– to 30.–
Griessau 12
A-6651 Haeselgehr
telephone +43 56 34/62 49
[email protected]
www.alpina-tirol.at
Landgasthof Kaiserkrone
Category:
1,7 km
10
€ 28.– to 33.–
Nr. 45
A-6644 Elmen
telephone +43 56 35/2 10
[email protected]
www.gasthof-kaiserkrone.at
Casa Genoveva
1,9 km
2
€ 33.– to 45.–
Nr. 108
A-6644 Elmen
telephone +43 6 64/73 70 53 62
[email protected]
www.casa-genoveva.at
Gasthof Rose
Category:
100 m
17
€ 21,70 to 23,20
Nr. 39
A-6645 Vorderhornbach
telephone +43 56 32/2 12
[email protected]
www.gasthof-rose.biz.at
Bauernhof/Haus Scheiber
0m
4/2
€ 16.– to 18.–
€ 35.– to 50.–
Nr. 2 1
A-6645 Vorderhornbach
telephone +43 56 32/3 11
[email protected]
www.bauernhof-scheiber.at
Hotel Foehrenhof
Category:
150 m
28/2
€ 39.– to 46.–
€ 42.– to 46.–
Nr. 114
A-6642 Stanzach
telephone +43 56 32/3 71
[email protected]
www.hotel-foehrenhof.at
92 | 93
Stanzach – Weissenbach – Ehenbichl
Pension Waldhof
Category:
0m
15
€ 35.– to 37.–
Nr. 100
A-6642 Stanzach
telephone +43 56 32/66 01
[email protected]
www.waldhof-lechtal.at
Haus Falger
300 m
4
€ 21.– to 24.–
Nr. 112, A-6642 Stanzach
telephone +43 56 32/3 03
Mobil +43 664/1 53 00 77
[email protected]
www.lechtal.at/falger
Ferienhotel Dobler
Category:
100 m
5
€ 35.–
Sommer 24
A-6671 Weissenbach
telephone +43 56 78/52 54
[email protected]
www.hotel-dobler.at
Naturparkhotel Florence
Category:
400 m
13/2
€ 37.– to 40.–
€ 55.– to 60.–
Schaefflershof 4
A-6671 Weissenbach
telephone +43 56 78/52 77
[email protected]
www.hotel-florence.at
Hotel Goldenes Lamm
Category:
200 m
19
€ 37,50 to 39.–
Oberbach 14
A-6671 Weissenbach
telephone +43 56 78/52 16
[email protected]
www.goldenes-lamm.at
Hotel Maximilian
Category:
650 m
32
€ 41.– to 51.–
Reuttenerstrasse 1
A-6600 Ehenbichl
telephone +43 56 72/6 25 85
[email protected]
www.hotelmaximilian.at
94 | 95
Ehenbichl – Hoefen – Waengle
Gintherhof
700 m
4/1
€ 32.– to 37.–
€ 60.– to 70.–
Unterried 7
A-6600 Ehenbichl
telephone +43 56 72/6 7697
[email protected]
www.gintherhof.com
Landgasthof Lilie
Category:
800 m
28
€ 43.– to 51,50
Alte Bundesstrasse 19
A-6604 Hoefen
telephone +43 56 72/6 32 11
[email protected]
www.gasthof-lilie.at
Feriendorf am Hahnenkamm
Category:
500 m
16
€ 109.– to 129.–
Bergbahnstrasse 14
A-6604 Hoefen
telephone +43 56 72/2 10 14
[email protected]
www.feriendorf-hahnenkamm.at
Hotel Talhof
Category:
30 m
35
€ 45.– to 80.–
Holz 8
A-6610 Waengle
telephone +43 56 72/6 22 80
[email protected]
www.talhof.com
Hotel Gasthof Kroell
Category:
500 m
18
€ 31.– to 36.–
Dorfstrasse 24
A-6610 Waengle
telephone +43 56 72/6 23 7 7
[email protected]
Ferienhotel Tannenhof
Category:
100 m
24
€ 41.– to 45.–
Hinterbichl 12
A-6610 Waengle-Hinterbichl
telephone +43 56 72/6 38 02
[email protected]
www.tannenhof.cc
96 | 97
Waengle – Lechaschau – Reutte – Pflach – Pinswang
Alpenhof
550 m
2/3
€ 38.– to 40.–
€ 30.– to 32.–
Dorfstrasse 1 1
A-6610 Waengle
telephone +43 6 76/6 26 49 55
[email protected]
www.alpenhof-waengle.com
Hotel Goldene Rose
Category:
1,3 km
35
€ 45.– to 60.–
Dorfstrasse 2
A-6600 Lechaschau
telephone +43 56 72/6 24 11
[email protected]
www.hotel-goldene-rose.at
Romantik Krone
Category:
1,4 km
27
€ 38.– to 48.–
Waengler Strasse 6
A-6600 Lechaschau
telephone +43 56 72/6 23 54
[email protected]
www.romantik-krone.at
Hotel zum Mohren
Category:
1,6 km
54
€ 60.– to 80.–
Untermarkt 26
A-6600 Reutte
telephone +43 56 72/6 23 45
[email protected]
www.hotel-mohren.at
Hotel-Gasthof zum Schwanen
Category:
0m
14
€ 36,50 to 49.–
Fuessener Strasse 2
A-6600 Pflach
telephone +43 56 72/6 20 14
[email protected]
www.gasthof-schwanen.com
Gutshof zum Schluxen
Category:
3 km
34
€ 39.– to 48.–
Unterpinswang 24
A-6600 Pinswang
telephone +43 56 77/8 90 30
[email protected]
www.schluxen.at
98 | 99
Fuessen
Hotel Schlosskrone
Category:
S
1,2 km
66
€ 50.– to 110,50
Prinzregentenplatz 2–4
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/93 01 80
[email protected]
www.schlosskrone.de
Biohotel Eggensberger med.well
Category:
6,5 km
50
€ 71.– to 124.–
Enzensbergstrasse 5
D-87629 Fuessen-Hopfen am See
telephone +49 83 62/9 10 30
[email protected]
www.eggensberger.de
Luitpoldpark-Hotel
Category:
1,3 km
131
€ 62.– to 102.–
Bahnhofstrasse 1 –3
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/9 04-0
[email protected]
www.luitpoldpark-hotel.de
Hotel Sommer
Category:
3,3 km
70
€ 79.– to 105.–
Weidachstrasse 74
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/9 14 70
[email protected]
www.hotel-sommer.de
Hotel Filser
Category:
S
1,9 km
30
€ 59.– to 75.–
Saeulingstrasse 3
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/9 12 50
[email protected]
www.hotel-filser.de
Vitalhotel Wiedemann
Category:
S
400 m
36/4
€ 57.– to 65.–
€ 65.– to 90.–
Am Anger 3
D-87629 Fuessen-Bad Faulenbach
telephone +49 83 62/9 13 00
[email protected]
www.hotel-wiedemann.de
100 | 101
Fuessen
Hotel Jakob garni
Category:
350 m
13/1
€ 49.– to 60.–
€ 90.–
Schwaerzerweg 6
D-87629 Fuessen-Bad Faulenbach
telephone +49 83 62/9 13 20
[email protected]
www.kurhotel-jakob.de
Ruchti´s Hotel & Restaurant
Category:
800 m
26
€ 47.– to 60.–
Alatseestrasse 38
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/9 10 10
[email protected]
www.hotel-ruchti.de
Altstadt-Hotel »Zum Hechten«
Category:
1 km
34
€ 46.– to 60.–
Ritterstrasse 6
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/9 16 00
[email protected]
www.hotel-hechten.com
Dreimaederlhaus
Category: G
6,7 km
11
€ 40.– to 65.–
Pfrontener Strasse 43
D-87629 Fuessen-Weissensee
telephone +49 83 62/9 19 00
[email protected]
www.dreimaederlhaus.de
Gaestehaus Kieser
Category: G
450 m
11
€ 35.– to 46.–
Ziegelwiesstrasse 15
D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 83 62/1690
[email protected]
www.gaestehaus-kieser.de
Berghof Sichler
Category: P
8,3 km
4/6
€ 34.– to 38.–
€ 50.– to 60.–
Rossmoos 4
telephone +49 83 63/16 67
[email protected]
www.berghof-sichler.de
102 | 103
Fuessen
Ferienwohnungen Keller
Category: F
/
6,4 km
4
€ 45.– to 65.–
Burgweg 1
D-87629 Fuessen-Hopfen am See
telephone +49 83 62/47 92
[email protected]
www.ferienwohnungen-keller.de
Ferienhof »Am Holderbusch«
Category: F
9,1 km
3
€ 49.– to 80.–
Benkener Weg 9
telephone +49 83 63/7 31 76
[email protected]
www.entspannen-erlaubt.de
Haus Hildebrandt
Category: F
6,9 km
1
€ 45.– to 60.–
Steigmuehlenweg 14b
telephone +49 83 62/3 79 82
[email protected]
www.allgaeu-fewo-hildebrandt.de
Dining/Eating on the Lechweg
#1
Bus stop Formarinsee – Ibex Monument –
Zug – Lech am Arlberg
Allerlei-Genussraum
Open fromJuly to September
from 8:00AM–6:00PM
A-6764 Lech, Zug 503
telephone +43 664/5 39 82 74
www.staefeli.at
Hotel Arlberg – Die Stube
A-6764 Lech, Tannberg 187
telephone +43 55 83/213 40
www.arlberghotel.at
Hotel Elisabeth
Open 1. July to mid-September
2013 from 12:00PM–1:30PM
and 6:30PM–8:30PM
not directly on Lechweg
A-6764 Lech, Nr. 285
telephone +43 55 83/23 30
www.hotelelisabeth.com
Lech am Arlberg
schwab – Warth
– Stubenbach – Kuh– Gehren – Lechleiten
Dorfcafé
A-6767 Warth, Nr. 48
telephone +43 55 83/36 15
Gasthaus Walserstube
A-6767 Warth, Bregenzerwaldstr. 60
telephone +43 55 83/35 57
www.walserstube.at
Wanderhotel Jaegeralpe
A-6767 Warth, Hochkrumbach 5
telephone +43 55 83/42 50
www.jaegeralpe.at
Lisl´s Terrasseneinkehr
A-6767 Warth-Gehren, Gehren 5
telephone +43 55 83/36 02
www.gehrnerhof.at
Gasthof Tyrol
A-6767 Warth-Gehren, Gehren 1
telephone +43 55 83/36 09
www.gasthof-tyrol.com
Open daily 12:00PM–2:00PM
and 7:00PM–11:00PM
(Meals served until 9:00PM)
#2
Terrace with view of »Biberkopf« Open daily from 10:00AM–
10:00PM
Open 5. July to mid-October
2013 from 8:00AM–10:00PM
Closed Tuesday
regional and seasonal specialities by the »Genusswirt«!
Tip: Walser Mountain Breakfast
(every Thursday) at the mountain
hut »Hochalp«, open daily warm
meals served til 9:00PM, open
from 26. June to 13. October 2013
»Bauernkoscht«, (farmstead
cooking) »Bauernjause«
Upon request, open from June
to October 11:00AM – 5:30PM
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Open 1. June to 13. October 2013
daily from 8:00AM – 10:00AM,
12:00PM – 2:00PM and 6:00PM–
8:00PM
104 | 105
Gasthof Holzgauerhaus
A-6767 Warth-Lechleiten, Lechleiten 7
telephone +43 55 83/35 13
www.holzgauerhaus.at
#4
Steeg
Holzgau
–
Gasthof Baeren
A-6654 Holzgau, Nr. 56
telephone +43 56 33/5217
www.holzgau.net
Pension Birkenhof
A-6654 Holzgau, Nr. 59a
telephone +43 56 33/5217 oder 5234
www.holzgau.net
Pension Holzgauerhof
A-6654 Holzgau, Nr. 66
telephone +43 56 33/52 50
www.holzgauerhof.at
#6
A-6652 Elbigenalp, Dorf 41b
telephone +43 56 34/62 05
www.hotel-post.biz
Afternoon light menu on the
terrace at 2:00PM
Open 15. May to 26.October 2013
from 10:00AM –midnight
(begin mid-September,
closed Wednesday)
Open mid-May to mid-October
10:00AM – 10:00PM
Closed Tuesday
Haeselgehr
– Luxnach –
Klimm – Elmen
Landgasthof Kaiserkrone
A-6644 Elmen, Nr. 45
telephone +43 56 35/210
www.gasthof-kaiserkrone.at
# 12
Open mid-May to mid-October
from 7:00AM–midnight
Bach
– Obergiblen –
– Elbigenalp
Untergiblen
Hotel Gasthof Post
#8
»Genuss am Berg«, open
12. Juli to 29. September 2013,
daily 12:00PM–midnight
Closed Wednesday
Open 10:00AM –midnight
Closed Tuesday
Forchach –
Weissenbach
Pizzeria-Restaurant Dobler
A-6671 Weissenbach, Sommer 24
telephone +43 56 78/52 54
www.hotel-dobler.at
Open daily
Weissenbach
– Rieden – Ehenbichl
– Waengle – (Reutte
Hoefen
Gasthof Kreuz
A-6671 Rieden, Nr. 4
telephone +43 56 78/52 02
www.gasthof-kreuz-tirol.at
Geniesserrestaurant
Sennerland
A-6604 Hoefen, Hauptstrasse 26
telephone +43 56 72/7 24 00
www.sennerland.at
Waengle
Pflach
A-6610 Waengle, Dorfstrasse 8
telephone +43 676/3 53 19 34
[email protected]
Hotel zum Mohren
A-6600 Reutte, Untermarkt 26
telephone +43 56 72/6 23 45
www.hotel-mohren.at
)
Open daily
9:00AM – 11:00PM
Open Tuesday to Sunday from
10:00AM – 11:00PM, Warm
meals from 11:00AM – 9:00PM
Provisions available, closed
Monday except on public holidays
– Costaries chapel – Frauensee
– (Reutte
)
Frauenseestube
D-87629 Fuessen, Alatseestrasse 8
telephone +49 83 62/9 17 30
www.hotel-fruehlingsgarten.de
Haus Hopfensee
D-87629 Fuessen, Hoehenstrasse 14
telephone +49 83 62/67 52
www.haus-hopfensee.de
# 14
–
Open daily 10:00AM – 10:00PM
Closed Thursday
Open daily
Warm meals served all day
Pflach – Kniepass – Sternschanze – Oberpinswang
– Schwansee – Kalvarienberg – Lechfall – Fuessen
Hotel Fruehlingsgarten
# 13
–
– Alpsee
# 15
Open from 10:00AM – 10:00PM
Closed Tuesday
Open at 10:00AM
Closed Monday
106 | 107
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book accommodation in advance or can I spontaneously
find one?
Basically, you are on the safe side, if you pre-book your accommodation.
The local tourist offices are happy to help with the search. Especially in
July and August it is high season in all places at along the Lechweg. If
it is important to you that your accommodation has certain standard
amenities and is close to or directly on the route, we recommend booking in advance.
Can the complete Lechweg be hiked in May?
The Lechweg is only walkable in its entire length from the end of June
to the beginning of October. Before that you can expect to cross remaining snow patches on the stages Formarinsee to Warth. In addition, the
accommodations in Lech and Warth only open at the start of the season.
The public bus, which takes you to the Formarinsee, also begins its runs
at the end of June. We recommend the abbreviated version from Steeg to
Fuessen in May.
Is it possible to walk the Lechweg in opposite direction from Fuessen
to Lech?
The trail marking and signage is in accordance with the guidelines of
the European Ramblers‘ Association throughout and in both directions.
So if you prefer to go sportingly uphill and into the Alps, you can walk
the Lechweg from the falls to the source.
How long does it take by bus from Fuessen to Lech am Arlberg and
on to the Formarinsee?
The bus ride from Fuessen to Lech with a short stop in Reutte takes just
under three hours. The Wanderbus from the post office in Lech runs to
the Formarinsee every hour; the trip takes about 40 minutes.
How do I get at the end of the walk back to my car?
From Fuessen, you can take the bus line 74 or 4258 to Reutte and the line
4268 continues on to Lech. At the station in Reutte, you have to change
once. The entire trip will cost around € 15.- per person. Please note that
the last bus from Fuessen to Lech departs around 2:00PM. Both lines run
in the opposite direction as well.
Where can I park my car?
In Lech am Arlberg you can park in the Anger underground garage free
of charge. In Fuessen, park for free at the Eissport Centre (P2) or in the
Parkgarage City (P5) for a fee of € 20.- per week. Further information can
be found on p. 10.
Imprint
All of the offers and information
published here are based on
information from each host/
vendor. No guarantee can be
made for their correctness.
Concept/Design/Photo Montage:
designgruppe koop, Rueckholz
Text:
Antonia Gemein
Printing and Processing:
BULU Buchdruckerei Lustenau
Photography:
Naturpark Region Lechtal-Reutte/
Robert Eder, Runimation
Gerhard Eisenschink
Helmut Hein
Franz Rauter
Guenther Standl
Toni Vorauer
Werbegemeinschaft Lech-Wege
Climate neutral printing
on FSC-certified paper
Date: June 2013
Stanzach
town in the Lech Valley/Lech source area
Imst
town outside of the Lech Valley/Lech source area
Parseierpitze 3036
mountain with elevation in metres
Cheesemaker
Attraction
Namlosbach
river, stream, lake, spring, pool, Kneipp basin,
or waterfall
Bus station/stop
Lechweg-Partner (host)
Grocer store
Sporting good/shoe store
Dining
Tourist information
Doctor
Pharmacy
(long-term) parking
*
Strating point/Goal Lechweg Section
Actual Lechweg section
Previous/further Lechweg route
Street in town, forest/farming road
Country road
Main road (with underpass/tunnel)
Highway or two-lane motorway
Train tracks (with underpass/tunnel)
Mountain cable car (summertime)
River/stream (with lake)
Guest card included
Non-smoking rooms
Internet/WLAN
Washing machine/dryer/laundry service
Dogs permitted
Free transfer service
Massage
Swimming pool
Sauna/steam bath
Restaurant
EC cards accepted
Credit cards accepted
Legend Lechweg Stages/Host Section
[email protected]
www.lechweg.com
For inquiries for Austria:
Lech Zuers Tourismus GmbH
Dorf 2, A-6764 Lech am Arlberg
telephone +43 5583 2161-0
www.lech-zuers.at
Tourismus Warth-Schroecken
A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 5583 3515-0
www.warth-schroecken.com
Lechtal Tourismus
Untergiblen 23, A-6652 Elbigenalp
telephone +43 5634 5315
www.lechtal.at
Tourismusverband Naturparkregion Reutte
Untermarkt 34, A-6600 Reutte
telephone +43 5672 62336
www.reutte.com
For inquiries for Germany:
Fuessen Tourismus und Marketing
Kaiser-Maximilian-Platz 1, D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 8362 9385-0
www.fuessen.de
Coordination:
Verein Werbegemeinschaft Lech-Wege
Untergiblen 23
A-6652 Elbigenalp

Service Booklet, your guide

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