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An long-distance trail through
the Alps and one of the last
remaining wild river landscapes
in Europe – journey to yourself.
Important telephone numbers for emergencies or difficulties:
Emergency/Rescue in Germany 112
Emergency/Rescue in Austria 144
Fire Department in Germany 112
Fire Department in Austria 122
Police in Germany 110
Police in Austria 133
Mountain Rescue in Germany 112
Mountain Rescue in Austria 140
www.lechweg.com
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.
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Lake Constance
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Bavaria
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Johannes Bridge
Simmswasserfall
FuessenLechfall
Forchach Hanging Bridge
Hahnenkamm
CostariesChapel
Lech »Braid«
Natural Adventure Pool
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Outdoor Swimming Area
KneippanlageErlebnisbad
Naturbadesee
FischteichWaldschwimmbadKneippanlage
Wasserfall
Rieden Lake
Castle WorldsEhrenberg
Neuschwanstein Castle/Hohenschwangau Castle
DoserWaterfall
Lechquellgebiet
Lechschlucht
Formarinsee
HöhenbachschluchtJöchl-spitz-bahn
Panoramic ViewBaichlstein
Geierwally-Open-Air Stage
Naturkäserei
Naturklettergarten
Alpe Formarin
Älpele
Steinbockdenkmal
Teschen-
Weissenbach
Stanzach
Forchach
Vorderhornbach
Elmen
Haeselgehr
Elbigenalp
Steeg
HolzgauWarth
Lech am Arlberg
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Outdoor Swimming Pool
Outdoor Swimming Area
KneippanlageErlebnisbad
Naturbadesee
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Wasserfall
Rieden Lake
Castle WorldsEhrenberg
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Lechschlucht
Formarinsee
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Editorial by toni Knittel: The »Bluatschink«
trail Song: »Along the Lech«
Lech Bike trail: from Steeg to Fuessen
From the spring to the falls
travel directions: By Air/Train/Car/OEPNV
Baggage transfer: Lechweg Shuttle
Guest cards: Lech Card, Lechtal Aktiv Card,
Aktiv Card and KoenigsCard
Signage/Amenities/Degree of Difficulty
three regions: Arlberg, Nature Park Region
Lechtal-Reutte and Allgaeu
naturpark tiroler Lech: Conduct/Tours
Suggested Stages/Advice
Sections/Stages
Walking tips: Route/Weather/Equipment
Lechweg Products: Regional & High-Quality
Lechweg certification/holiday package
outstanding Hosts and Accommodations
Booking a Walking Holiday
Host Information Key
Hosts: all dining and accommodations from
Lech to Fuessen
Dining along the Lechweg
Best trails of Austria – the four long-distance trails
Frequently asked questions
Imprint
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eDitoriAL toni KnitteL
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 wonder-
ful 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 mil-
lions 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 mel-
ody 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 skip-
ping 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
The »Bluatschink« on the Lechweg
Here in the Alps we have many climbing trails and high-
mountain 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 sensa-
tional trails on which you can relax while walking through
unique landscapes. on the Lechweg however, both are com-
bined: 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 im-
aginary 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
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. 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.
Und i geah mit ihm mit –
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!
Und i geah mit ihm mit –
geah an sei‘m Ufer, hör des Liad, des er mir singt!
Und i geah mit ihm mit –
tragt der Weg mi heacher, hör i, wia des Tal mitklingt!
M +T: Toni Knittel/Interpret BLUATSCHINK
tHe trAiL SonG
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Along the Lech
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.
WHo AnD WHAt DoeS tHe LecHWeG StAnD For? the european Hiking Association tested the cross-border Lech-
weg 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 Mit-
telgebirge, 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
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 experi-
ence, 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 Lech-
weg 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 »Schwaben-
kinder« (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 pro-
tect one of the last remaining wild river landscapes in europe,
the naturpark tiroler Lech was initiated.
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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 17 17.
the German National Railway is available at www.bahn.de
or per telephone +49 1 80/5 99 66 33. 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 pers.) is € 130 (€ 180). For
more information or booking, contact our partner StM Service,
oberdorf 51, A-6652 elbigenalp, telephone +43 6 76/6 36 68 25,
[email protected], www.stm-service.at.
Lech am Arlberg is not directly situated on the Austrian rail-
way 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.
Start your rambling holiday without stress: travel to Lech
am Arlberg the night before and acquaint yourself with the
mundane alpine village before starting out on the first stage
the next day.
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 elbigen-
alp, telephone +43 676 6366825, [email protected],
www.stm-service.at.
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Arrival
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 par-
king garage), P2 – ice sports 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 tour-
ist offices. From the end of June to the beginning of october,
the local town »Wanderbus« commutes between Lech am Arl-
berg 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.
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 Val-
ley, take the Autobahn A12 and S16 to St. Anton am Arlberg and
then on to the L197 and L198.
Please be aware that there is a compulsory toll vignette (sticker)
on Austrian Autobahns.
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Fuessen
Lecham Arlberg
Chur
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Bolzano
InnsbruckSt. Gallen
Lake Constance
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 transfer service before
you arrive for your walking holiday directly with the company
StM Service: oberdorf 51, A-6652 elbigenalp, telephone
+43 676/6366825, [email protected], www.stm-service.at.
A direct booking is possible up to two days before the actual
transfer is needed. Sending an email to StM Service up to the
evening before the transfer is requested, usually is sufficient
for a transfer arrangement. Your accommodation can assist
you with organising a transport which cannot be serviced
by StM Service. Your host 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.
the latest pick-up time at Lech am Arlberg and Warth is 8:30
AM, from Steeg at 9:00 AM.
By 4:00 PM, the baggage is at its next destination. the trans-
port per stage and piece of baggage costs € 7.50 with booking
2-days before the transfer. Please note that each piece of bag-
gage may have a maximum weight of 20 kg. eventual excess
baggage (20+ kg) will not be transferred nor money refunded.
Please pay for the total number of bags and stages in advan-
ce to the StM Service by bank transfer. StM Service, iBAn
At11 3622 0000 0001 5354 and Bic rZtiAt22220.
So go ahead, travel only with a light daypack and enjoy the
landscape along the Lechweg.
Mandatory information for your baggage booking:
• First and last name
• exact home address (street, zip code, city, country)
• telephone number or mobile number
• email address
• First and last name of other travellers
• number of pieces of luggage, max. 20 kg each
• Date of baggage transfer
• Pick-up location (accommodation name and
address, telephone number too with private
accommodations)
• Destination (accommodation name and address,
telephone number too with private accommoda-
tions)
You will receive a confirmation within 1–2 days of making a
reservation.
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Baggage Transfer
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 sur-
rounding 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 it-
self you receive the card (valid from end of June to begin of
october) from your host beginning with a 2 nights-stay. it is
also possible to return the Lech card in the tourism office in
Steeg.
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 29 € per person (valid for 7 days) from the
tourist offices. it is valid from May 29th to october 19th, 2014
beginning on the second day of your stay. it is also interes-
ting 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.
Aktiv Card in the Naturpark Region Reutte
every guest, who stays overnight in the naturpark region
reutte, receives the Aktiv card from their host. 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.
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 250 regional inclu-
sive services like cable railways, swimming pools, museums
and recreational attractions.
Detailed information on the service of the guest cards
can be gotten at the respective Tourism Offices.
Guest Cards/Discounts
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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.
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.
Worthwhile detours can be found in the stage descriptions,
starting with page 24.
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 destina-
tions 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. Start-
ing in the 2013/2014 winter season, the ski resorts of Warth-
Schröcken 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 demonstra-
ted not only in the traditionally bound and secular character
of the decendents, but also in the grandious natural back-
drop. even today you can see the traces left behind on the
tannberg theme-trail: a gripping, multi-faceted, and not sim-
ply 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 native-
ness 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 Faulen-
bach, 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 Fau-
lenbach: 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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• 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.
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 pro-
tected 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 con-
tribution 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
backpack.
• 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.
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»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 Forch-
ach 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
land-scape 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, café alte Muehle
Route Distance: ca. 4 km
Registration: by 4:00 PM the day
before, direct booking at naturpark
tiroler Lech (tel. +43 6 76 8 8508 7941,
info@naturpark-tiroler lech.at).
Price: Adults € 8.-
Youth (15 –18 years) € 4.-
children up to 15 years free
(Guests of all official natur-
park Hosts are free of charge)
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)
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Stage Tips
Choose your individual stage goal depending on your condition and
ambition on the table below.. All stage destinations have adequate
accommodations.
The designated times are solely walking time and are calculated
without any breaks nor stops.
time
Leg KM eLV eLV alloted
Formarinsee – Lech 14 km 195 Elv 629 Elv 5 h
Lech – Warth/Lechleiten 14½ km 733 Elv 635 Elv 5 h
Warth/Lechleiten – Steeg 1 1 km 295 Elv 7 1 1 Elv 4 h
Steeg – Holzgau 5 km 130 Elv 140 Elv 1 ½ h
Holzgau – Bach 9½ km 7 34 Elv 7 78 Elv 4 h
Bach – Elbigenalp 3 km 16 Elv 40 Elv 1 h
Elbigenalp – Haeselgehr 7 km 1 37 Elv 1 73 Elv 3 h
Haeselgehr – Elmen 5 km 309 Elv 274 Elv 2 h
Elmen – Vorderhornbach 6 km 297 Elv 361 Elv 2½ h
Vorderhornbach – Stanzach 3 km 43 Elv 79 Elv 1 h
Stanzach – Forchach 5½ km 40 Elv 65 Elv 2 h
Forchach – Weissenbach 7 km 1 15 Elv 14 1 Elv 2 h
Weissenbach – Waengle 9 km 1 73 Elv 119 Elv 3 h
Waengle – Pflach 9½ km 381 Elv 485 Elv 3 h
Pflach – Fuessen 15 km 722 Elv 760 Elv 5 h
entire route 123 kilometres, elv=elevation (in metres), h=hours, all rounded-off.
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# 1ForMArinSee – LecH AM ArLBerG
the »Wanderbus« takes you from the Post office station in
Lech to the bus stop »Formarinsee«, the last station. the Lech-
weg 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.
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)
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Over wooden planks along the young Lech River
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Formarinsee Lech am Arlberg 14 km – 195 m – 629 m
Mohnenfluh 2542Feuerstein 2271
Misthaufen 2436
Formaletsch 2292
Pongertle 2539
Westlicher Johanneskopf 2573
Mehlsack 2651
Omeshorn 2557
Roggalspitze 2673
Rohnspitze 2495
Saladinaspitze 2230
Gamsbodenspitze 2296
Braunarlspitze 2649
Alpe Formarin
Aelpele
Steinbock (Ibex) Monument
Lech
Formarinsee
Formarinbach
SpullerbachStierlochbach
Wald-schwimm-bad (Pool)
Spullersee
Zuerser See
KneippBasin
Lech am Arlberg
ZugFishpond
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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.
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
Omeshorn 2557
Ruefikopf 2362
Waldschwimmbad(Pool)
Walkerbach
Fishpond
Zuersbach
Kneipp Basin
Lech am Arlberg
Zug
Lech Chasm
Stubenbach
Mohnenfluh 2542
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# 2LecH AM ArLBerG –WArtH/LecHLeiten
route Lech am Arlberg – Stubenbach – Kuhschwab – Warth – Gehren – Lechleiten length 14½ km
duration ca. 5 hours (easy mountain path)
publ.transp. Bus 4268, Bus 40a, »Wanderbus« Lech-Warth Line #3
sights/ natural swimming hole in Warth – town centre Warth attractions 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 5583/35 15-0)
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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 moun-
tain 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 (telephone +43 660 2 14 9207
email [email protected] www.alpinschule-
widderstein.com ). 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.
Swimming hole Warth
Hanging foot-bridge across the Krumbach
Schaeferkoepfe 2416
Mittagsspitze 2370
Laerchspitze 2393
Widderstein 2533
Biberkopf 2599
Geisshorn 2366
Karhorn 2416
Ruefikopf 2362
Mittlere Woesterspitze 2557
Lech Chasm
Teschenberger Alpe
Natural Climbing Crag
Bockbach
Lech
Wald-schwimm-bad (Pool)
Walkerbach
Krumbach
NaturalSwimming Pond
Haldenwanger Bach
KneippBasin
Warth
Lech am Arlberg
Zug
Stubenbach
Gehren Lechleiten
Lech canyon before Steeg
View from Warth to Lechleiten at foot of Biberkopf
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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. Settle your hunger in the Naturkaeserei (cheese
maker) or in the prize-winning gourmet restaurant Postwirt,
member of the naturparkwirte. 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
»Adventure Pool 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 mis-
sionary physicians, whose activities today still reach from the
counseling of youth, the ailing, the aged and prison populations
up to projects helping AiDs patients.
# 3WArtH/LecHLeiten –SteeG
route Lechleiten – Panorama trail – Steeg length 11 km
duration ca. 4 hours (easy mountain path)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
sights/ naturkaeserei Sojer – Swimming pool Aqua novaattractions information tourism office Steeg and Kaisers (A-6655 Steeg, telephone +43 5633/5308)
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Gsteinsjoch 2440
Schaeferkoepfe 2416
Mittagsspitze 2370
Laerchspitze 2393
Biberkopf 2599
Ellbogner Spitze 2552
Wilder Kasten 2542
Muttekopf 2431
Hohes Licht 2651
Mittlere Woesterspitze 2557
Teschenberger AlpeCheese Factory
Natural Climbing Crag
KneippBasinWaterfallBockbach
Rappensee
Krabach
Lech
Walkerbach
NaturalSwimming Pond
Haldenwanger Bach
Steeg
WarthDickenau
Ellenbogen
Gehren Lechleiten
Kaisers
Kienberg
Adventure Pool
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# 4SteeG –HoLZGAu
From Steeg to Holzgau you begin on a field path in direction
Haegerau. At the wildly romantic waterfall a Kneipp basin in-
vites 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.
route Steeg – Holzgau
length 5 km
duration ca. 1 ½ hours (easy trail)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
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)
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Brigde overWaterfall
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Joechlspitze 2226
Griestaler Spitze 2622
Gsteinsjoch 2440
Wetterspitze 2895
Tajaspitze 2538
Ellbogner Spitze 2552
Wilder Kasten 2542
Muttekopf 2431
Hohes Licht 2651
Joechlspitzbahn
Cheese Factory
Kaiserbach
SulzlbachKneipp Basin
Waterfall
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Krabach
Hoehenbach
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Steeg
Schoenau
HaegerauDickenau
Ellenbogen
Walchen
DuernauSulzl
Kaisers
Kienberg
Suspension Footbridge
Hoehenbach-schlucht
Simms Waterfall
Adventure Pool
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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). Whoever suffers from dizzi-
ness ought to take the original route into the Hoehenbachtal,
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 Bergheumuse-
um (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 to-
wards »Seesumpf« to the mythical Modertal Waterfall. At See-
sumpf 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.
# 5HoLZGAu –BAcH
route Holzgau – Hoehenbachtal – Schigge – Stockach – Bach
length 9½ km
duration ca. 4 hours (challenging hiking trail)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
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 5634/53 15)
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Holzgau Bach 9½ km – 734 m – 778 m
Pedestrian suspen-sion bridge over the Hoehenbach-schlucht
Joechelspitzbahn
Sonnenkogel 2324
Joechlspitze 2226
Griestaler Spitze 2622 Tajaspitze 2538
Greitjochspitze 2319
Muttekopf 2431
Strahlkopf 2388
Krottenkopf 2656 Rotwand 2262
Joechlspitzbahn
GeierwallyOpen-AirStageBernhardsbach
Balschtebach
Griesslbach
SulzlbachKneipp Basin
Waterfall
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Lech
BachHolzgau Schoenau
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Untergiblen
HaegerauWalchen
DuernauSulzl Stockach
Kienberg
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Simms WaterfallOutdoor
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# 6BAcH –eLBiGenALP
route Bach – obergiblen – untergiblen – elbigenalp
length 3 km
duration ca. 1 Stunde (easy trail)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
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- alp, telephone +43 5634/53 15)
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 Bava-
ria, 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 treas-
ures 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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On the Lech shore
Geierwally Open-air Stage
Grossstein 2632
Ruitelspitze 2580
Glabkopf 2110
Sonnenkogel 2324
Joechlspitze 2226
Strahlkopf 2388
Marchspitze 2609
Rotwand 2262
Pfeiler 2206
Joechlspitzbahn
GeierwallyOpen-AirStage
Griesbach
Ruitelbach
Bernhardsbach
BalschtebachScheidbach
Alperschonbach
Griesslbach
Sulzlbach
Bach
Griessau
Schoenau
Koeglen
Luxnach
Schoenau
Obergiblen
Untergiblen
Sulzl Stockach
Haeselgehr
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Lech
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# 7eLBiGenALP –HAeSeLGeHr
route elbigenalp – Koeglen – Griessau – Haeselgehr
length 7 km
duration ca. 3 hours (easy trail)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
sights/ Biotope near Koeglen – St. Martin church – outdoor attractions swimming pool – herbal path – mineral spring otterbach
information tourism office Lechtal (untergiblen 23, A-6652 elbigen- alp, telephone +43 5634/53 15)
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: tele-
phone +43 5634 6304, www.fun-rafting.at
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Wading insulferous water (outdoor poolHaeselgehr)
Lech River be-tween Elbigenalp and Haeselgehr
Lichtspitze 2356
Wannenspitze 2362
Gruentalspitze 2399
Ruitelspitze 2580
Glabkopf 2110
Rotwand 2262
Bretterspitze 2608
Sattelkarspitze 2552
Pfeiler 2206
GeierwallyOpen-AirStage
DoserWater-fall
Ottenbach
Griesbach
Ruitelbach
Bernhardsbach
BalschtebachScheidbach
Wasserfallbach
Lech
Bach
Griessau
Schoenau
Koeglen
Gutschau
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Klimm
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# 8HAeSeLGeHr –eLMen
route Haeselgehr – Luxnach – Klimm – elmen
length 5 km
duration ca. 2 hours (easy mountain path)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
sights/ Doser Waterfall – Klimm bridge* – parish church elmen*attractionsinformation tourism office Stanzach (Stanzach 6, A-6642 Stanzach, telephone +43 5632/6605)
From Haeselgehr, the Lechweg leads on to the »Weiler Lux- nach«. 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 Burweg and then on to the pano-
rama 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 rebuil-
ding, had to be extended in length.
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Haeselgehr elmen 5 km – 309 m – 274m
View fromPanoramawegover Elmen
Doser Waterfall
Pfeilspitze 2469
Lichtspitze 2356
Wannenspitze 2362
Bretterspitze 2608
Zwoelferspitze 2416
Steinmandl 1909
Mittagsspitze 2227
Klimmspitze 2464
Sattelkarspitze 2552
Spitzkopf 2346
Pfeiler 2206
DoserWater-fall
Hoelltal-schlucht
Hinterhornbach
Ottenbach
Scheidbach
Wasserfallbach
Streimbach
Hornbach
Edelbach
LechGriessau
Schoenau
Koeglen
Elmen
Gutschau
Haeternach
Klimm
LuxnachHaeselgehr
Elbigenalp
Martinau
Outdoor Swimming Pool
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# 9eLMen –VorDerHornBAcH
route elmen – Martinau – Vorderhornbach
length 6 km
duration ca. 2½ hours (easy mountain path)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
sights/ church zum Hl. Joseph in Martinau* – natural Adventure attractions Pool Badino*
information tourism office Stanzach (Stanzach 6, A-6642 Stanzach, telephone +43 5632/6605)
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elmen Vorderhornbach 6 km – 297 m – 361m
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.
View from the Panoramaweg onto the Lech River near Elmen
View down from old skilift toVorderhornbach
Pfeilspitze 2469
Zwoelferspitze 2416
Grubachspitze 2100
Saldeiner Spitze 2036Pleisspitze 2109
Steinmandl 1909
Elmer Kreuzspitze 2480
Mittagsspitze 2227
Jochumkopf 2337
Klimmspitze 2464
DoserWater-fall
Hoelltal-schlucht
Panoramic View Baichlstein 1164
Hinter-hornbach
Bschlabs
Wasserfallbach
Streimbach
Edelbach
Namlos-bach
Elmen
Vorderhornbach
Gutschau
Haeternach
Klimm
LuxnachHaeselgehr
Martinau
Stanzach
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Natural Adventure Pool
Lech »Braid«
Lech
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# 10VorDerHornBAcH –StAnZAcH
route Vorderhornbach – Stanzach
length 3 km
duration ca. 1 Stunde (easy trail)
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sights/ Baichlstein* with view of Lech »braid« – St. Michael Parish attractions church
information tourism office Stanzach (Stanzach 6, A-6642 Stanzach, telephone +43 5632/6605)
You pass Vorderhornbach and walk on a farm lane to the Lech
bridge. Here you cross the river and walk along the embank-
ment 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 Vorder-
hornbach 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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Vorderhornbach Stanzach 3 km – 43 m – 79m
View back towardVorderhornbach
View of the »Lechzopf«from Baichlstein
Pfeilspitze 2469
Grubachspitze 2100
Saldeiner Spitze 2036Pleisspitze 2109
Steinmandl 1909
Elmer Kreuzspitze 2480
Mittagsspitze 2227
Mahdspitze 1963
Klimmspitze 2464
Panoramic View Baichlstein 1164
Wasserfallbach
Edelbach
Schwarzwasserbach
Namlosbach
Natural Adventure Pool
Elmen
Forchach
Vorderhornbach
Klimm
Martinau
Stanzach
Lech »Braid«
Lech
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# 11StAnZAcH –ForcHAcH
route Stanzach – Forchach
length 5½ km
duration ca. 2 hours (easy trail)
publ.transp. Bus 4268
sights/ Wild river landscape – Forchach hanging bridgeattractionsinformation tourism office Stanzach (Stanzach 6, A-6642 Stanzach, telephone +43 5632/6605)
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Stanzach Forchach 5½ km – 40 m – 65m
Welcome to the »wild river«. the Lechweg now leads you along
the gravel banks through the characteristic wild river land-
scape. take the time to build stone sculptures, have a refres-
hment on one of the driftwood logs, or stop for a snack at a
designated picnic area.
Shortly before Forchach, a forest road forks off to a refresh-
ment station. the Lechweg leads along the left-hand side
along to the Forchach hanging 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 sand-
piper 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).
Forchachhanging bridge
Buildingstone men
Grubachspitze 2100
Leilachspitze 2274
Schochenspitze 2069
Lachenspitze 2126
Saldeiner Spitze 2036Pleisspitze 2109
Steinmandl 1909
Mitterkarspitze 2191
Mahdspitze 1963
Hallanderberg 1971
Panoramic View Baichlstein 1164
Forchach Hanging Bridge
Schwarzwasserbach
Namlosbachbach
LechQuarry Lake
Stanzach
Forchach
Weissenbach
VorderhornbachNatural Adventure Pool
Lech »Braid«
Johannes Bridge
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# 12ForcHAcH –WeiSSenBAcH
route Forchach – Weissenbach
length 7 km
duration ca. 2 hours (easy trail)
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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 56 78/5303)
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Forchach Weissenbach 7 km – 115 m – 141m
continuing along the riverbank you reach the Johannes Bridge.
the first bridge here was built in the mid-19th 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.
Lech River near Forchach
Sheep on the Moosberg near Weissenbach
Krinnenspitz 2000
Gaichtspitze 1986
Pleisspitze 2109
Mitterkarspitze 2191
Mahdspitze 1963
Hallanderberg 1971
Schartenkopf 1514
Galtjoch 2109
Forchach Hanging Bridge
Schwarz-wasserbach
Weissenbach
Rieden Lake
Rotlech
Liegfeistbach
LechQuarry Lake
Stanzach
Forchach
Weissenbach
Hoefen
Hornberg
Platten
Rieden
Lech »Braid«
Johannes Bridge
Hahnenkamm
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# 13WeiSSenBAcH –WAenGLe
route Weissenbach – rieden – ehenbichl – Hoefen – Waengle – (reutte )
length 9 km
duration ca. 3 hours (easy trail)
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sights/ rieden Lake – Gasthof Kreuz – castle Worlds ehrenberg* – attractions Hahnenkamm
information Hoefen (Hauptstrasse 24, A-6604 Hoefen, telephone +43 5672/64937)
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Weissenbach Waengle 9 km – 173 m – 119m
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.
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 testi-
mony to over two thousand years of european history. in the
»on the Knight's trail« Museum, one can dive into past times,
and next door, can discover the Lech river natural history ex-
hibit. 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.
View from the Schlosskopf
Gaichtspitze 1986
Gehrenspitze 2163Koellenspitze 2238
Rote Flueh 2108
Hallanderberg 1971
Schartenkopf 1514
Thaneller 2341
Rauchkopf 1527
Schlossberg 1283Castle Worlds Ehrenberg
Weissenbach
Lake Rieden
Sababach
RotlechForchach
Weissenbach
Reutte
Hoefen
Hornberg
Platten
Waengle
Rieden
Ehenbichl
Lech-aschau
Johannes Bridge
Hahnenkamm
Pflacher AuCostariesChapel
Hinterbichl
Frauensee
Lech
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# 14WAenGLe –PFLAcH
route Waengle – costaries chapel – Frauensee – Pflach – (reutte )
length 9½ km
duration ca. 3 hours (demanding trail)
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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 (unter- markt 34, A-6600 reutte, telephone +43 56 72/62336)
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Waengle Pflach 9½ km – 381 m – 485m
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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.
View of the Frauensee
Bird-watching towerPflacher Au
Gaichtspitze 1986
Gehrenspitze 2163
Hahlekopf 1758
Musauer Berg 1510
Schlossberg 1283
Tauern 1841
Saeuling 2047
Castle Worlds Ehrenberg
Heiterwang
Sababach
Lettenbach
Urisee
Frauen-see
Heiterwanger See
Reutte
Hoefen
Hornberg
Platten
Waengle
Ehenbichl
Lech-aschau
Pflach
Muehl
Breitenwang
Unterletzten
Musau Oberpinswang
Hahnenkamm
Pflacher AuBird-watching TowerCostaries
Chapel
Hinterbichl
Lech
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# 15PFLAcH –FueSSen
route Pflach – Kniepass – Sternschanze – oberpins- wang – Alpsee – Swan Lake – Kalvarienberg – Lechfall – Fuessen
length 15 km
duration ca. 5 hours (demanding mountain path)
publ.transp. Bus 4258
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)
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Pflach Fuessen 15 km – 722m – 760m
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on this last stretch, you leave the Lech river and walk on forest
paths and lanes over the Kniepass to the Sternschanze (star-
shaped entrenchment). it is as part of the fortification remains
of the Castle Worlds Ehrenberg. Here a beautiful view of Ober-pinswang 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.
Alpsee near Hohenschwangau
Lechfall near Fuessen
Gehrenspitze 2163
Hahlekopf 1758
Musauer Berg 1510
Saeuling 2047
Tegel-berg 1881
Saueregg 1706
Kalvarien-berg
Neuschwanstein Castle/Hohenschwangau Castle
Schwangau
Vils
Sababach
Vils
Archbach
Zwieselbach
Lettenbach
Poellat
Urisee
Lechfall
Alpsee
Swan Lake
Forggensee
Weissensee
Alatsee
Lech
Reutte
Pflach
Muehl
Unterletzten
Musau Oberpinswang
Unterpinswang
Ziegelwies Hohenschwangau
Bad Faulenbach
Fuessen
Pflacher AuBird-Watching TowerCostaries
Chapel
Hinterbichl
Frauen-see
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FueSSen
sights/ Fuessen city Museum (with Anna chapel and Dance attractions 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)
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 »Dan-
ce 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.
View from the Kalvarien-berg to Fuessen
Neuschwanstein Castle with the Alpsee
Lech
Kalvarienberg
Neuschwanstein Castle/Hohenschwangau Castle
Schwangau
Lechfall
Alpsee
Swan Lake
Forggensee
Faulenbach
Hopfensee
Ziegelwies Hohen-schwangau
Bad Faulenbach
Fuessen
Municipal Art GalleryHigh CastleCity Museum
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.)
■ 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
Further hiking guides can be found online at www.lechweg.com
Walking tips
The Trail
rambling is not a sprint! Do not begin the legs too fast. Sweat-
ing 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 assis-
tance, 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.
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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...).
Additional tips:
Trekking poles offer secure footing on mountainous terrain!
Take along sufficient energy food (granola bar, dextrose, cho-
co-late, 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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Strap System
Shoulder Strap
Side Pockets
integrated Rain Shell
Hiking PoleBracket
Shoulder Straps
Hip Belt
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.
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 impor-
tant in uneven terrain. Optimal support are provided by laces which
reach almost to the toe 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.
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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) invarious lacing sizes.
Shaft: It needs to support the ankle and at the same time remain flexible enough to allow for free motion.
Inner side: The shaft isadditionally padded on the inside, in order to fixate the foot and to avoid any pressure spots.
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Lechweg Products
Also the many products which evolve along the deep-blue
river, ranging from culinary to crafty, are as unique as the
wild river landscape of the Lech river itself. Learn about
some of these very special products, which mirror the values
of the Lechweg, during your walk:
the items are high-quality and are still produced by hand,
the craftsmen place a great deal of value on the use of base
products and ingredients originating from the region, in
order to guarantee the authenticity of the products. they
therefore signify a conservation of nature and a great meas-
ure of sustainability. All Lechweg products have a direct
relatedness to the Lech river, its valley and its inhabitants.
regional food and drink stand in the foreground, for example
the Lechweg Beer, the Lechweg Kramat (tiroler Lech Valley
Gin), or the Lechweg cheese.
these delicacies cannot only be bought at the producers
themselves, but are also represented on the local menus at
restaurants, or during breakfast at the Lechweg hosts’ table.
the Lechweg specialities are recognizable by the unified
labelling and the brochure which explains the unique char-
acteristics of each product.
So enjoy the Lechweg in all senses – not only on foot, but also
through its culinary delights.
The design of the products trans- mits something about them and also attempts to bring their authenticity to the surface.
A small label explains the production, his- torical association, materials and ingre-dients of each single product.
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.
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Hiking through Luxembourg sandstone rock crevices, through
forests, light-filled valleys and along small streams – the fan-
tastic world along the Mullerthal trails offer all these options.
the Mullerthal trail has also been named a »Leading Quality
trail«. on about 112 km, it leads through the varied landscape
of the Mullerthal region - Luxembourg's Little Switzerland.
Many regional characteristics await the hiker on the three trail
routes, like bizarre cliffs, mossy forests and quaint river valleys,
and also wide-open pastures. Again and again, the Mullerthal
trail leads to beautiful overlooks and cultural sites. the three
routes of the Mullerthal trail each have their own character.
route 1 provides, typical for the region, changing landscape
features such as rock formations, forests and meadows. route 2
leads through the heart of Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland and
takes hikers to spectacular cliff formations. route 3 is charac-
terized not only by the rocks, but moreover by magical river
valleys and romantic castles.
For more information: www.mullerthal-trail.lu
Regional Tourist Office Mullerthal Region
Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland BP 152 L-6402 Echternach
telephone +35 2 72 04 57 · [email protected]
Mullerthal Trail – Rocky Fascination
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the listing of the 107 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 ac-
cording 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.
Nearby Huts with Sleeping Facilities:
Freiburger Hütte Jankowitsch Family, Formarinsee,
telephone +43 6 64/5 12 47 87 or +43 6 64/1 74 50 42
Widdersteinhütte 2.015m Peter Jochum, A-6767 Warth
telephone +43 6 64/3 91 25 24
Sonnalm Egon Brandhofer, A-6653 Bach, [email protected]
telephone +43 56 34/68 34 or +43 6 76/9 24 84 35
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 accom-
modation 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.
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It is also possible to book an individualized
Lechweg hiking trip through the following
tour operators:
ASI Wirklich Reisen
In der Stille 1 · A-6161 Natters
telephone +43 5 12/54 60 00 60
www.asi.at
6 Stages
Wikinger Reisen GmbH
Kölner Strasse 20 · D-58135 Hagen
telephone +49 23 31/90 48 04
www.wikinger-reisen.de
6 or 7 Stages
Kleins Wanderreisen
Ruderstal 3 · D-35686 Dillenburg
telephone +49 27 71/2 68 00
www.kleins-wanderreisen.de
7, 9 or 11 Stages
Alpenlandtouristik
Bertold Jetschke
lockbox 10 13 13 · D-86883 Landsberg
telephone +49 81 91/30 86 20
www.alpenlandtouristik.de
9 Stages
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.
Please let the host know when you make a reservation, that
you are a Lechweg hiker, and please inform them if you are
delayed upon arrival.
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:
LecH AM ArLBerG
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Georg Strolz GmbHOmesberg 2876764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/23 [email protected]
Hotel AustriaCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 300 mNumber of rooms/apartment 33/25
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 75,– to 105,–
Price per night for an apartment (4 pers.)€ 100,– to 197,–
Gasthof Post GmbH & Co. KG Dorf 116764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/22 [email protected]
Hotel Gasthof PostCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 50 mNumber of rooms 48
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 170,– to 290,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 200,– to 320,–
Hotel der BerghofCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 200 mNumber of rooms 57
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 90,– to 159,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 105,– to 174,–
HOTEL BERGHOF Burger GmbHDorf 1616764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/26 [email protected]
Hotel GotthardCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 30 mNumber of rooms 49
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 72,– to 107,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 102,– to 137,–
Walch Hotelbetriebs GmbHOmesberg 1196764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 56 [email protected]
Hotel Sonnenburg Hoch GmbH & Co. KGOberlech 556764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/21 [email protected]
Hotel SonnenburgCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 1,3 kmNumber of rooms 80
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 73,– to 80,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 91,– to 102,–
Elisabeth ElsensohnLech 2376764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/22 [email protected]
Hotel Pension AlpenroseCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 300 mNumber of rooms 16
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 55,–
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LecH AM ArLBerG
I. Schwärzler GmbH & Co. KGTannberg 3476764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/244 [email protected]
Hotel HaldenhofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 150 mNumber of rooms 23
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 59,– to 69,–
Heinz & Gitti BirkZug 5256764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/[email protected]
Staefeli Hotel GarniCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 600 mNumber of rooms/apts 8/5
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 55,– to 80,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 60,– to 90,–
Pension Roggal Walch KGOmesberg 1846764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/22 [email protected]
Hotel Appartement RoggalCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 160 mNumber of rooms 22
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 57,– to 70,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–6 pers.)€ 120,– to 210,–
RW Hotelbetriebs GmbHZug 56764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 43 [email protected]
Rote Wand Hotel & GasthofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 550 mNumber of rooms 50
Price per person per night (DBL + All incl.)€ 143,– to 147,–
Hotel Burgwald GmbH & Co. KGOberlech 1516764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/23 [email protected]
Hotel BurgwaldCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,3 kmNumber of rooms/apts 17/3
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 54,– to 61,–
Hotel Aurora GmbH & Co. KGOmesberg 2096764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/23 [email protected]
Hotel AuroraCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 50 mNumber of rooms 24
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 70,– to 95,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 95,– to 135,–
Day of rest: Wednesday
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LecH AM ArLBerG
Hotel Pension KristallAnger 2846764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/24 [email protected]
Hotel KristallCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 650 mNumber of rooms 10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 39,– to 46,–
Hotel Laerchenhof Andrea Bischof KGOmesberg 3136764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/23 [email protected]
Hotel LaerchenhofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 400 mNumber of rooms 22
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 44,– to 54,–
Edith BucherOmesberg 1726764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/22 [email protected]
Hotel BergheimCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 200 mNumber of rooms/apts 19/8
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 32,60 to 38,60
Price per night for an apt. (2–6 pers.)€ 67,20 to 145,60
Hotel Lech Alpensport GmbH & Co. KGDorf 2636764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/22 [email protected]
Hotel LechCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 300 mNumber of rooms 19
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 51,– to 91,–
Walch & Cie. GmbH & Co. KgOmesberg 3326764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/23 [email protected]
Imelda MorscherAnger 236764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/28 [email protected]
Hotel Theodul / Hus HoeriliCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 200 mNumber of rooms/apts 30/3
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 57,– to 88,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–4 pers.)€ 135,– to 265,–
Hotel-Pension BiancaCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 750 mNumber of rooms 12
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 41,– to 44,–
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LecH AM ArLBerG
Pension BergmaehderOberlech 5316764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/30 [email protected]
Pension BergmaehderCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 2,3 kmNumber of rooms/apts 1/4
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 45,– to 55,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–6 pers.)€ 73,– to 93,–
Pension Alphorn Heinz Griesser e. U.Zug 4496764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/2 7 [email protected]
Gasthof Pension AlphornCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 550 mNumber of rooms 10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 45,– to 55,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 55,– to 60,–
Hotel Garni »Gaestehaus Lavendel«****Bernadette Mascher Dorf 447, 6764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/[email protected]
Hotel Garni LavendelCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 50 mNumber of rooms 12
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 40,– to 55,–
Hotel Sursilva GmbHDorf 4876764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/29 [email protected]
Hotel Garni SursilvaCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 600 mNumber of rooms 12
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 44,– to 51,–
Maria-Elisabeth SchneiderZug 3096764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 [email protected]
Pension AlwinCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 180 mNumber of rooms 12
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 39,– to 46,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 46,– to 49,–
Buerstegg Frühstückspension, Jochum OGStrass 326 · 6764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/[email protected]
BuersteggCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 900 mNumber of rooms 8
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 46,– to 56,–
Day of rest: Tuesday
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LecH AM ArLBerG
Inge SchneiderDorf 1 156764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/29 [email protected]
Pension Walkerbach e.U.Oberstubenbach 286764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/ 2 51 [email protected]
Pension SchneiderCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 50 mNumber of rooms 1 1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 50,–
Pension WalkerbachCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 250 mNumber of rooms/apts 10/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 35,– to 39,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–6 pers.)€ 30,–
Anna Katharina MuxelOmesberg 4386764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 66 [email protected]
Apartmenthaus BraunarlCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of apts 12
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 45,– to 65,–
Price per night for an apt. (1–6 pers.)€ 53,– to 73,–
Michaela SchnellOberlech 3416764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/26 1 [email protected]
Pension MichaelaCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 2,3 kmNumber of rooms 9
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 43,– to 49,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 53,– to 60,–
Pension HasenfluhStrass 4026764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/2 1 1 [email protected]
Pension HasenfluhCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 800 mNumber of rooms 10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 34,– to 38,–
Albert Huber Pension Daniel KGOmesberg 3976764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/29 [email protected]
Pension DanielCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 150 mNumber of rooms 10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 42,– to 55,–
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LecH AM ArLBerG – WArtH
Krimhild WalchOmesberg 17 16764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 80 [email protected]
Haus Wallis Category:
Distance to Lechweg 1 70 mNumber of rooms/apts 9/9
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 35,– to 50,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–6 pers.)€ 80,– to 200,–
Pension Walserheim, Fam. LeichtfriedDorf 1 586764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/29 [email protected]
Pension Walserheim Category:
Distance to Lechweg 450 mNumber of rooms 7
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 35,– to 38,–
Brigitte MuxelStraß 654, 6764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 09 77 oderMobil +43 664/7 82 96 [email protected]
Appartements Haus Dr. Muxel Category: 4 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 400 mNumber of apts 2
Price per night for an apt. (1–4 pers.)€ 49,– to 159,–
Jaeger GmbHBregenzerwaldstrasse 536767 Warthtelephone +43 55 83/35 [email protected]
Wellnesshotel Warther HofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 72/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 94,– to 157,–
Price per night for an apt. (1–5 pers.)€ 30,– to 150,–
Claudia FeldkircherStrass 416764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/21 [email protected]
Pension ZoeggelerCategory: 4 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of rooms/apts 6
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 33,60 to 36,60
Stefan DefranzeschiOmesberg 1A-6764 Lech am Arlbergtelephone +43 55 83/3 98 [email protected]
Appartement Omesberg 1Category:
Distance to Lechweg 800 mNumber of apts 7
Price per night for an apt. (2–8 pers.)€ 120,– to 180,–
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WArtH
Hotel Jaegeralpe GmbHHochkrumbach 56767 Warthtelephone +43 55 83/42 [email protected]
Familienhotel JaegeralpeCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 3 kmNumber of rooms 43
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 71,– to 96,–
Berggasthaus AlpenroseCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 18
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 35,– to 40,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 45,– to 50,–
Familie BickelLechleiten 15 a6767 Warth-Lechleitentelephone +43 55 83/36 [email protected]
Gasthof Tyrol Category:
Distance to Lechweg 280 mNumber of rooms 19
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 39,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 49,–
Familie WalchGehren 16767 Warth-Gehrentelephone +43 55 83/36 [email protected]
Gasthaus Walserstube Category:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms/apts 7/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 48,– to 52,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–4 pers.)€ 110,– to 130,–
Gasthaus WalserstubeBregenzerwaldstraße 606767 Warthtelephone +43 55 83/[email protected]
Franz und Liesbeth FritzGehren 56767 Warth-Gehrentelephone +43 55 83/[email protected]
Gehrnerhof Urlaub am Bauernhof
Category: 4 Margeriten
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 3/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 36,– to 45,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–4 pers.)€ 75,– to 90,–
Alpin Garni WarthCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms/apts 6/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 42,– to 45,–
Price per night for an apartment (2 pers.)€ 55,– to 60,–
Gebhard und Maria FritzWarth 566767 Warthtelephone +43 55 83/27 [email protected]
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WArtH – SteeG
Gaestehaus WiesenruhCategory: 4 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 4
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 27,– to 35,–
Familie WalchBuckgasse 196655 Steegtelephone +43 56 33/[email protected]
Schwarzer Adler-Gasthof, Johann HuberHaegerau 116655 Steeg-Haegerautelephone +43 56 33/56 [email protected]
Gasthof Schwarzer AdlerCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 400 mNumber of rooms 28
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 39,– to 56,–
Guntram HauserDickenau 146655 Steegtelephone +43 56 33/56 [email protected]
Day of rest: Tuesday
»Der Stern« Kräuterhotel & Wirtshaus
Category:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms 15
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 44,– to 56,–
Norbert Obwegeser e.U.Steeg No. 176655 Steegtelephone +43 56 33/53 [email protected]
Hotel Post SteegCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 49/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 55,50 to 128,50
Price per night for an apt. (2–12 pers.)€ 94,– to 104,–
Denise PaulmichlHaegerau 536655 Steeg-Haegerautelephone +43 56 33/55 [email protected]
Haus BergfruehlingCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 1,7 kmNumber of rooms 4
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 29,– to 35,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 45,– to 51,–
Gasthof HolzgauerhausCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms 8
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 60,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 58,– to 82,–
Christine BechterLechleiten 76767 Warth-Lechleitentelephone +43 55 83/35 [email protected]
Day of rest: Wednesday
SteeG – HoLZGAu
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Hotel Ober-LechtalerhofCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 50 mNumber of rooms 20
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 39,– to 59,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 54,– to 74,–
Elmar Blaas eUHolzgau 406654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/56 [email protected]
Christian Hammerle e.U. Hotel Neue PostHolzgau 47 · 6654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/52 [email protected]
Hotel Neue PostCategory: /
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 27/10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 42,–
Price per night for an apt. (4–5 pers.)€ 57,– to 134,–
Familie PfefferkornHaegerau 34a6655 Steeg-Haegerautelephone +43 56 33/2 00 [email protected]
Familie PfefferkornCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 800 mNumber of rooms/apts 2/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 28,– to 32,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–4 pers.)€ 48,– to 52,–
Wohlfuehlhotel Berg Heil, Familie FreyLechtaler Straße 1146654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/52 [email protected]
Wohlfuehlhotel Berg HeilCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 800 mNumber of rooms 15
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 34,– to 42,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 48,– to 54,–
Familie MoosbruggerNo. 10, 6655 Steegtelephone +43 56 33/57 62mobile +43 680/3 22 68 [email protected]
Haus LechblickCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms 4
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 26,70 to 28,70
Familie HuberHinterellenbogen 11a6655 Steeg-Hinterellenbogentelephone +43 56 33/56 1 [email protected]
LaerchenhofCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 70 mNumber of rooms/apts 3/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 24,– to 30,–
Price per night for an apartment (2 Pers.)€ 42,– to 56,–
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HoLZGAu
Familie LumperHolzgau 566654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/52 [email protected]
Gasthof BaerenCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms 26
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 42,– to 53,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 48,– to 69,–
Ferienschloessl HarmonieCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 4/5
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 33,– to 43,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 –9 pers.)€ 28,– to 43,–
Haus Harmonie, Familie Hannes und Monika NeururerHolzgau 38, 6654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/2 00 [email protected]
Marion HuberHolzgau 416654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/52 [email protected]
Landhaus MarionCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms/apts 2/3
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 32,– to 38,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 –5 pers.)€ 49,– to 57,–
Sonja HauserHolzgau 1206654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/53 [email protected]
Pension AlpenperleCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 700 mNumber of rooms/apts 6/3
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 31,70 to 37,70
Price per night for an apt. (2 –4 pers.)€ 76,20 to 85,50
Hans und Irene StegherrHolzgau 104 b6654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/2 00 [email protected]
Haus EdelweissCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of rooms/apts 11/ 1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 27,– to 29,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 69,–
Fam. Hammerle-HauserWinkl 1226654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/54 [email protected]
Hotel WinklerhofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 900 mNumber of rooms 20
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 51,– to 54,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 58,– to 61,–
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HoLZGAu – BAcH
Hotel AlpenblickUnterbach 106653 Bachtelephone +43 56 34/63 [email protected]
Hotel AlpenblickCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of rooms 35
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 32,– to 40,–
Rosita WalchSchoenau 146654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/52 [email protected]
Hof WalchCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 900 mNumber of rooms/apts 5/3
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 20,– to 25,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 37,50 to 42,50
Martha HuberHolzgau 24a, 6654 Holzgautelephone +43 56 33/51 05mobile +43 664/6 41 42 [email protected]
Gaestehaus HuberCategory: 3 Margeriten
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 3/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 25,– to 27,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 –3 pers.)€ 50,– to 55,–
Lechtaler Wanderhotel Gruener BaumAm Dorfplatz 436653 Bachtelephone +43 56 34/63 [email protected]
Wanderhotel Gruener BaumCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 24
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 37,– to 47,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 43,– to 53,–
Hotel Post KGOberbach 446653 Bachtelephone +43 56 34/63 [email protected]
Hotel PostCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 28
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 40,– to 45,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 52,50 to 60,–
Day of rest: Thursday
Familie LumpertDuernau 76654 Holzgau-Duernautelephone +43 676/6 36 93 [email protected]
LaerchenhofCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of apts 2
Price per night for an apt. (1 –6 pers.)€ 25,– to 150,–
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BAcH – eLBiGenALP – HAeSeLGeHr
Oliver KochUntergiblen 266652 Elbigenalptelephone +43 56 34/62 [email protected]
Hotel PanoramaCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 700 mNumber of rooms 17
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 60,– to 75,–
Baldauf GmbH & Co. KGUntergiblen 2 16652 Elbigenalptelephone +43 56 34/66 [email protected]
Alpenrose Wellness- u. Familienhotel
Category: S
Distance to Lechweg 600 mNumber of rooms 90
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 84,– to 134,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 94,– to 144,–
Herta Walch/Familie KohlerDorf 126652 Elbigenalptelephone +43 6 64/73 72 13 [email protected]
Haus WalchCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of rooms/apts 3/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 29,70 to 35,70
Price per night for an apt. (2 –4 pers.)€ 56,70 to 74,70
Hotel Stern, Josef Kapeller e.U.Dorf 76652 Elbigenalptelephone +43 56 34/62 [email protected]
Hotel-Gasthof-SternCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,1 kmNumber of rooms 50
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 47,– to 61,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 55,– to 69,–
Tuesday Day of rest
Pension Lechtaler, Familie ToeppelNo. 926651 Haeselgehrtelephone +43 56 34/63 [email protected]
Gasthof Pension LechtalerCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1 kmNumber of rooms 10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 30,50 to 36,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 39,50 to 45,–
Montag Day of rest (Restaurant)
Gabi MaierStockach 216653 Bachtelephone +43 6 76/9 60 44 [email protected]
Trudis HoamatCategory: 2 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of rooms 5
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 24,– to 30,–
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HAeSeLGeHr – eLMen – VorDerHornBAcH
Gasthof Kaiserkrone, Fam. SantifallerNo. 456644 Elmentelephone +43 56 35/2 [email protected]
Landgasthof KaiserkroneCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,7 kmNumber of rooms 10
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 32,– to 37,–
Hedi SprengerGriessau 126651 Haeselgehr-Griessautelephone +43 56 34/62 [email protected]
Haus AlpinaCategory: 4 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 200 mNumber of rooms 2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 25,45 to 28,45
Familie SchlichtherleVorderhornbach 396645 Vorderhornbachtelephone +43 56 32/2 [email protected]
Gasthof RoseCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 17
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 22,30
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 33,30
Edith ScheiberNo. 2 1, 6645 Vorderhornbachtelephone +43 56 32/3 11mobile +43 6 76/4 28 30 [email protected]
Bauernhof/Haus ScheiberCategory: 2 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms/apts 4/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 17,– to 19,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 –4 pers.)€ 40,– to 60,–
Genoveva & Klaus GrueningNo. 1086644 Elmentelephone +43 6 64/73 70 53 [email protected]
Casa GenovevaCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 1,9 kmNumber of apts 2
Price per night for an apt. (3 pers.)€ 33,– to 45,–
Mark HornkampGutschau 146651 Haeselgehr-Gutschautelephone +43 6 99/ 17 10 21 [email protected]
Gasthof HelenaCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 2 kmNumber of rooms/apts 4/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 24,– to 35,–
Price per night for an apt. (5 pers.)€ 80,– to 90,–
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StAnZAcH – WeiSSenBAcH
Hotel FlorenceSchäfflershof 46671 Weissenbachtelephone +43 56 78/52 [email protected]
Naturparkhotel FlorenceCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 400 mNumber of rooms/apts 13/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 42,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 –4 pers.)€ 46,– to 50,–
Pension WaldhofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms 15
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 45,–
Doris Selb No. 1006642 Stanzachtelephone +43 56 32/66 [email protected]
René Schweissgut e.U.Oberbach 146671 Weissenbachtelephone +43 56 78/52 [email protected]
Hotel Goldenes LammCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 200 mNumber of rooms 17
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 35,– to 44,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 49,– to 58,–
Familie Johanna und Josef FalgerNo. 112, 6642 Stanzachtelephone +43 56 32/3 03mobile +43 664/1 53 00 [email protected]/falger
Haus FalgerCategory: 3 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 300 mNumber of rooms 4
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 23,– to 26,–
Ferienhotel DoblerCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 5
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 35,–
Ferienhotel DoblerSommer 246671 Weissenbachtelephone +43 56 78/52 [email protected]
Foehrenhof Natur & WanderhotelNo. 1146642 Stanzachtelephone +43 56 32/3 [email protected]
Hotel Foehrenhof Category:
Distance to Lechweg 150 mNumber of rooms/apts 28/2
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 45,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 42,– to 46,–
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eHenBicHL – HoeFen – WAenGLe
Tanja Weirather e.U.Holz 86610 Waengletelephone +43 56 72/6 22 [email protected]
Hotel TalhofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 30 mNumber of rooms 35
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 45,– to 80,–
Feriendorf Hahnenkamm GmbHBergbahnstrasse 146604 Hoefentelephone +43 56 72/2 10 [email protected]
Feriendorf am HahnenkammCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 500 mNumber of apts 16
Price per night for an apt. (2 pers.)€ 109,– to 129,–
each add. person€ 15,–
Annelies PaulweberUnterried 76600 Ehenbichltelephone +43 56 72/6 [email protected]
GintherhofCategory: 4 Margeriten
Distance to Lechweg 700 mNumber of rooms/apts 4/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 32,– to 39,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 pers.)€ 70,– to 80,–
LechLife Naturhotel GmbHManfred KuehbacherHolz 1a, 6610 Waengletelephone +43 56 72/6 42 [email protected]
Naturhotel LechLifeCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 50 mNumber of rooms 41
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 58,– to 85,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 81,– to 108,–
Gasthof Lilie, Rainer TauberAlte Bundesstrasse 196604 Hoefentelephone +43 56 72/6 32 [email protected]
Landgasthof LilieCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 800 mNumber of rooms 28
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 43,– to 53,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 59,– to 69,–
Day of rest: Tuesday (restaurant)
Gabriela Koch KGReuttener Strasse 16600 Ehenbichltelephone +43 56 72/6 25 [email protected]
Hotel MaximilianCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 650 mNumber of rooms 32
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 43,– to 55,–
price per person per night (SGL + breakf.)€ 45,– to 65,–
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WAenGLe – LecHAScHAu – reutte
Hotel zum MohrenUntermarkt 266600 Reuttetelephone +43 56 72/6 23 [email protected]
Hotel zum MohrenCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,6 kmNumber of rooms 54
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 60,– to 80,–
Romantik KroneCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,4 kmNumber of rooms 27
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 45,– bis 55,–
Price per person per night (SGL + breakf.)€ 57,– to 70,–
Familie PohlerWaengler Strasse 66600 Lechaschautelephone +43 56 72/6 23 [email protected]
Hotel Goldene RoseCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,3 kmNumber of rooms 38
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 44,– to 82,–
Price per person per night (SGL + HB)€ 55,– to 65,–
Hotel Goldene RoseDorfstrasse 26600 Lechaschautelephone +43 56 72/6 24 [email protected]
Fam. Kammerlander-GeenenDorfstrasse 1 16610 Waengletelephone +43 6 76/6 26 49 [email protected]
AlpenhofCategory: 4 edelweiss
Distance to Lechweg 550 mNumber of rooms/apts 2/3
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 38,– to 40,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–7 pers.)€ 30,–
Nikolaus FoidlHinterbichl 126610 Waengle-Hinterbichltelephone +43 56 72/6 38 [email protected]
Ferienhotel TannenhofCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 100 mNumber of rooms 24
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 42,– to 45,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 60,– to 65,–
Gasthof Kroell, Alla KroellDorfstrasse 246610 Waengletelephone +43 56 72/6 23 7 [email protected]
Hotel Gasthof KroellCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 300 mNumber of rooms 18
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 32,– to 37,–
Montag Day of rest (Gasthof)
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reutte – PFLAcH – PinSWAnG – FueSSen
Betriebs- und Vermietungs- gesellschaft mbHBahnhofstrasse 1 –3, 87629 Fuessentelephone +49 83 62/9 [email protected]
Luitpoldpark-HotelCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,3 kmNumber of rooms 131
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 87,– to 127,–
Kur Café Hotel Allgäu GmbHPrinzregentenplatz 2–487629 Fuessentelephone +49 83 62/93 01 [email protected]
Hotel SchlosskroneCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 1,2 kmNumber of rooms 62
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 50,– to 110,50
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 73,– to 133,50
Kurhotel Wiedemann KGAm Anger 387629 Fuessen-Bad Faulenbachtelephone +49 83 62/9 13 [email protected]
Vitalhotel WiedemannCategory: S
Distance to Lechweg 400 mNumber of rooms/apts 36/4
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 59,– to 70,–
Price per night for an apt. (2–4 Ppers.)€ 70,– to 95,–
VIA-Hotels GmbH & Co. KGPrinzregentenplatz 187629 Fuessentelephone +49 83 62/90 [email protected]
Hotel SonneCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 1,2 kmNumber of rooms/apts 50
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 59,– to 105,–
Price per person per night (SGL + breakf.)€ 79,– to 105,–
Hotel-Gasthof zum SchwanenCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 0 mNumber of rooms 14
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 36,50 to 49,–
Michael Ladinig KG Gasthof Pension zum SchwanenFuessener Strasse 2, 6600 Pflachtelephone +43 56 72/6 20 [email protected]
Hotel-Gasthof KlauseKlause 26600 Reuttetelephone +43 56 72/6 22 [email protected]
Landgasthof KlauseCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 3,3 kmNumber of rooms/apts 14/6
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 42,– to 50,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 65,– to 150,–
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FueSSen
Stefanie Baier-RuchtiAlatseestrasse 3887629 Fuessentelephone +49 83 62/9 10 [email protected]
Ruchti’s Hotel & Restaurant Category:
Distance to Lechweg 800 mNumber of rooms 26
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 49,– to 67,–
Price/person/night (DBL + half-board)€ 63,– to 81,–
Familie WeissZiegelwiesstrasse 1587629 Fuessentelephone +49 83 62/[email protected]
Gaestehaus KieserCategory: G
Distance to Lechweg 450 mNumber of rooms 11
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 36,– to 51,–
Ingrid HuberRossmoos 487629 Fuessen-Weissenseetelephone +49 83 63/16 [email protected]
Berghof SichlerCategory: P
Distance to Lechweg 8,3 kmNumber of rooms/apts 4/6
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 34,– to 38,–
Price per night for an apartment€ 50,– to 60,–
Beate KellerBurgweg 187629 Fuessen-Hopfen am Seetelephone +49 83 62/47 [email protected]
Ferienwohnungen KellerCategory: F /
Distance to Lechweg 6,4 kmNumber of apts 4
Price per night for an apartment€ 45,– to 65,–
Kurhotel Jakob Inh. Gertrud JakobSchwaerzerweg 687629 Fuessen-Bad Faulenbachtelephone +49 83 62/9 13 [email protected]
Hotel Jakob garniCategory:
Distance to Lechweg 350 mNumber of rooms/apts 13/1
Price per person per night (DBL + breakf.)€ 50,– to 65,–
Price per night for an apt. (2 pers.)€ 90,–
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DINING ALONG THE LECHWEG
open July 4 to october 5, 2014not directly on Lechweg
open July 3, 2014from 7:30AM– 8:30PM, Breakfast,Warm and regional dishesHomemade cakes and pastries
terrace with view of »Biberkopf«open daily from 10:00AM–10:00PM Homemade cakes and pastries
open July 5 to mid october, 2014from 8:00AM–10:00PM,closed tuesday
regional and seasonal specialitiesby the »Genusswirt«! tip: Walser Mountain Breakfast (every thursday) at the mountain hut »Hochalp«, open daily. Warm meals served til 9:00PM. open from June 27 to october 6, 2014not directly on Lechweg
»Bauernkoscht«, (farmstead cooking) »Bauernjause«only upon request, open from June to october 11:00AM–5:30PMclosed Monday and tuesday
open from May to beginnovember 10:00AM–9:00PM,our own gourmet restaurantin the Lechtal, »naturparkwirt«
open daily 8:00AM–midnight, closed tuesday, Member »tiroler Wirtshaus«, awarded the AMA-Gastrosiegel for use of regional products and traditional and freshly cooked meals
open daily May 17 tooctober 13, 2014; Warm meals11:30AM–2:00PMand 5:30PM–9:00PM
open from June to midoctober, 8:00AM–11:00PM,Stone-oven pizza,tyrolean specialiities
open from April 20 tonovember 2, 2014, 7:00AM–11:00PM, »naturparkwirt«
open end of April to mid-octoberfrom 7:00AM–midnight
open May to octoberfrom 10:00AM–midnight,closed Wednesday beginning mid September, gluten-free cuisine
Rote WandAlpen Sport Resort6764 Lech am Arlberg · Zug 5telephone +43 55 83/34350www.rotewand.com
Wellnesshotel Warther HofBregenzerwaldstrasse 536767 Warthtelephone +43 5583/3504www.wartherhof.com
Dorfcafé6767 Warth · No. 48telephone +43 55 83/36 15www.dorfcafe-warth.at
Gasthaus WalserstubeBregenzerwaldstrasse 606767 Warthtelephone +43 5583/3557www.walserstube.at
Wander- und FamilienhotelJaegeralpe6767 Warth · Hochkrumbach 5telephone +43 5583/42 50www.jaegeralpe.at
Lisl’s Terrasseneinkehr6767 Warth-Gehren · Gehren 5telephone +43 5583/36 02www.gehrnerhof.at
Hotel Post Steeg6655 Steeg · No. 17telephone +43 56 33/5307www.poststeeg.at
»Der Stern«
Kraeuterhotel & Wirtshaus6655 Steeg · Dickenau 14telephone +43 56 33/5644www.gasthof-stern.at
Gasthof Schwarzer Adler6655 Steeg-Haegerau · Haegerau 34 Atelephone +43 56 33/56 22www.gasthof-schwarzer-adler.at
Wohlfuehlhotel Berg Heil6654 Holzgau · No. 114telephone +43 56 33/52 15www.bergheil.com
Hotel Neue Post6654 Holzgau · No. 47telephone +43 5633/52 04www.hotelneuepost.eu
Gasthof Baeren 6654 Holzgau · No. 56telephone +43 5633/52 17www.holzgau.net
Pension Holzgauerhof 6654 Holzgau · No. 66telephone +43 5633/5250www.holzgauerhof.at
Bus stop Formarinsee – ibex Monument –Zug – Lech am Arlberg
# 1
Lech am Arlberg – Stubenbach – Kuh-schwab – Warth – Gehren – Lechleiten
# 2
# 3Lechleiten – Panoramaweg – Steeg
# 4Steeg – Holzgau
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open May 29 to mid october, 2014from 10:00AM–6:00PM, closed Wednesday. reachable over the Hoehenbachtal, after the Simms waterfall
Mid May to mid october, opendaily 9:00AM–10:00PM. takecable car to Joechelspitze summit(Free of charge with Lechtal Activ card)
First and only show distilleryin the tyrolean Lechtal, Brandiesmade from the best ingredients;extravagant drinking pleasure.open tuesday and thursday 5:00PM–6:30PM, tastings per telephone reservation onlynot directly on Lechweg
open mid May to mid october10:00AM–10:00PM.closed tuesdaynot directly on Lechweg
open mid May to mid Septemberregardless of weather
open 11:00AM–10:00PMclosed tuesdaynot directly on Lechweg
open April 16 to october 5, 2014from 10:00AM–midnight,closed tuesday (except in Julyand August)not directly on Lechweg
open 9:00AM–midnight,Warm meals 11:00AM–8:30PMclosed tuesday
open dailyclosed Monday and tuesday
open daily11:00AM–9:00PMnot directly on Lechweg
open daily9:00AM–11:00PMclosed Monday and tuesday
open 9:00AM–11:00PM,Warm meals 5:00PM–9:00PM,and on Sunday and holidaysfrom 12:00PM–2:00PM and 5:00M–9:00PM,closed tuesday
Cafe Uta6654 Holzgautelephone +43 6 76/8 45 41 31 00www.cafe-uta.at
Sonnalm6653 Bach · No. 70ctelephone +43 6 76/9 24 84 35www.joechelspitze.at
Lechtaler Haussegen6652 Elbigenalp · Dorf 52telephone +43 6 76/3 44 34 22www.lechtaler-haussegen.at
Hotel Gasthof Post 6652 Elbigenalp · Dorf 41 btelephone +43 5634/6205www.hotel-post.biz
Riverside KioskIn Swimming Pool Center Haeselgehr 6651 Haeselgehr · No. 168telephone +43 6 76/6 67 38 78
Gasthof Helena6651 Haeselgehr · Gutschau 14telephone +43 6 99/17 10 21 17www.gasthofhelena.at
Landgasthof Kaiserkrone 6644 Elmen · No. 45telephone +43 5635/2 10www.gasthof-kaiserkrone.at
Cafe Restaurant Jamdo6642 Stanzach · Am Rain 144telephone +43 56 32/2 00 73www.jamdo.at
Pizzeria-Restaurant Dobler 6671 Weissenbach · Sommer 24telephone +43 5678/5254www.hotel-dobler.at
Naturparkhotel Florence6671 Weissenbach · Schaefflershof 4telephone +43 56 78/52 7 7
Gasthof Kreuz 6671 Rieden · No. 4telephone +43 5678/5202www.gasthof-kreuz-tirol.at
Landgasthof LilieAlte Bundesstrasse 196604 Hoefentelephone +43 56 72/6 32 11www.gasthof-lilie.at
Holzgau – Hoehenbachtal – Schigge – Stockach – Bach
# 5
Bach – obergiblen – untergiblen –elbigenalp
# 6
elbigenalp – Koeglen – Griessau – Haeselgehr # 7
# 8Haeselgehr – Luxnach – Klimm – elmen
# 10Vorderhornbach – Stanzach
# 12Forchach – Weissenbach
# 13Weissenbach – rieden – ehenbichl – Hoefen – Waengle – (reutte )
The Lechweg is a member of the »Best
Trails of Austria«, which also includes
the Donausteig, the World Heritage
Trail Wachau, and the alpannonia®.
This cooperation of Austria’s best
long-distance trails stands for optimal
orientation, exceptional nature experi-
ences, outstanding guest services and
easy hiking along the certified routes.
The new platform gives you the oppor-
tunity to wander in and along Austria’s
impressive, ecologically valuable and
culturally significant landscapes. The
stages are designed so that alpine-
inexperienced guests can also partake.
Markings, signage and preliminary
information insure simple and safe
guidance along the trail.
For more information:
www.best-trails.at
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open daily, Warm meals from11:30AM–9:00PM.High-quality regional cuisine,also vegetarian and vegan meals
open daily 10:00AM–10:00PMclosed thursday
open 7:15AM–11:00PMclosed Sunday. Hotel café-Baropen daily till 11:00PM
Warm meals from 5:30PM–8:30PM, on Sunday warm meals from 12:00PM–2:00PM and 5:30PM–8:30PM
open dailyWarm meals served all daynot directly on Lechweg
open 10:00AM–10:30PMnot directly on Lechweg
open 10:00AM–10:00PMclosed tuesday
open 9:00AM–10:00PMnot directly on Lechweg
Naturhotel LechLifeHolz 1a · 6610 Waengletelephone +43 56 72/6 42 34www.lechlife.at
Frauenseestube6600 Lechaschau · Am Frauenseetelephone +43 676/[email protected]
Hotel Goldene Rose6600 Lechaschau · Dorfstrasse 2telephone +43 56 72/6 24 11www.hotel-goldene-rose.at
Hotel TannenhofHinterbichl 126610 Waengle-Hinterbichltelephone +43 56 72/6 38 02www.tannenhof.cc
Hotel »zum Mohren«6600 Reutte · Untermarkt 26telephone +43 56 72/62345www.hotel-mohren.at
Hotel-Gasthof Klause6600 Reutte · Klause 2telephone +43 56 72/6 22 13www.gasthof-klause.com
Hotel Fruehlingsgarten 87629 Fuessen · Alatseestrasse 8telephone +49 8362/91730www.hotel-fruehlingsgarten.de
Konditorei KurcafePrinzregentenplatz 487629 Fuessentelephone +49 83 62/93 01 80www.kurcafe.com
Waengle – costarieskapelle – Frauensee – Pflach – (reutte )
# 14
# 13
Pflach – Kniepass/Sternschanze/oberpinswang – Alpsee – Schwansee – Kalvarienberg – Lechfall – Fuessen
# 15
Best Trails of Austria
Imprint
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Unless otherwise agreed upon, the Austrian hotel contract conditions
apply (ÖHVB) and/or the provisions of the German guest contract.
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Lech-Wege
Climate neutral printing
on FSC-certified paper
within the region
Stand: Februar 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book accommodation inadvance 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 book-ing 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 remain-ing 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.
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Guest card included
Non-smoking rooms
Internet/WLAN
Washing machine/dryer/laundry service
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Sauna/steam bath
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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)
Bushaltestelle Lebensmittel Gastronomie Arzt Apotheke
Lechweg-Partner (Gastgeber) Sport-/Schuhfachgeschäft Touristinformation (Langzeit-)Parkplätze
liegt nicht direkt am Lechweg
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
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Kaiser-Maximilian-Platz 1, D-87629 Fuessen
telephone +49 8362 9385-0
www.fuessen.de
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