C Fischersteg in Bregenz at night © Bregenz Tourismus- und Stadtmarketing
Feel the power
Recharge your batteries!
Fill up on energy in special places: in the mountains, by the water, and in the countryside
Do you feel 110% challenged in your everyday life? If you lack time to rest, then why not make the most of your time in Vorarlberg? Visit a special place or a unique room in a compelling location! Let the area’s dramatic surroundings have an effect on you, take a deep breath, and recharge your batteries!
There are many places of joy and power in Vorarlberg. Some such places are hidden and unexpected, some are obvious, and still others are real insider’s tips. The following are some of our “energy places” tips: in the mountains, by the water, or in the countryside… Try one out and feel the energy emanating from these extraordinary locations.
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Recharge your batteries
13 places of power in Vorarlberg
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01 Bildstein basilica pilgrimage church
Soaring above the Rheintal valley, the two towers of the baroque basilica, the pilgrimage church in the village of Bildstein, can be seen from afar. This pilgrimage site was founded in 1519 with the construction of a small wayside cross featuring a Madonna figure. The church was renovated in 2017 and on 7 October 2018 with much fanfare it was elevated to the status of basilica. The view from here over the entire Rheintal valley is impressive.
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Accommodation tip: Relax and linger in this yet authentically renovated protected historical building and enjoy a break with a view at Evi Haller’s Mesmerhaus, located right next to the church. -
02 From a different perspective - The Karrenkante ‘edge’ in Dornbirn
Accessible via cable car: Below the panorama restaurant on the Karren mountain, a twelve-metre footbridge extends above the edge of the rock, thus enabling an unforgettable, unobstructed view. Described as “standing in nothingness,” experience breathtaking views over the Swiss mountains, the Rheintal valley and Lake Constance. Take a deep breath! The cable car runs all year round.
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03 St. Gerold priory - “Weg der Sinne” trail
“Where heaven and earth meet:” The St. Gerold priory in the Großes Walsertal biosphere park is a moving and fascinating natural refuge boasting 1000 years of history. The rustic valley and the peace and tranquillity of the St. Gerold priory invite you to stop by for refreshment and relax. The “Weg der Sinne” trail: Over the years, a nature reserve was created in the forest below the priory with 13 ponds, small paths leading over bridges, countless flowers, bushes, trees and benches, all of which invite you to linger and relax.
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04 Skyspace Lech
As of septembre 2018, a very special building has become accessible in Oberlech/Tannegg (Arlberg). Designed by US artist James Turell, who is well known for his light-space installations, the Skyspace is a walk-through piece of conceptual art. Up above, a large movable skylight affords a view of the outside world, opening up new ways…
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05 Wildental valley, Kleinwalsertal
Vorarlberg’s Wildental valley, an idyllic side valley of Kleinwalsertal, boasts high geomagnetic radiation which is said to have positive effects on the body. Visitors here feel this invigorating and stimulating power, and some guests even report healing effects. In summer and winter, guided hikes with a professional life energy coach are offered.
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06 Energy portals in Langenegg
You can literally refuel your body, mind and soul in Langenegg, because “energy portals” make it possible to palpably experience energy. At the sun portal, for instance, experience the manifold power of the sun. Stimulate all your senses during a hike through the hilly landscape around Langenegg in the Bregenzerwald.
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07 Like in heaven...
The Nenzinger Himmel («Himmel» means heaven) not only provides an impressive mountain landscape, but also numerous alpine pastures. The track leads from the beautiful isolated alpine settlement up to breathtaking heights. Step by step closer to heaven. The alpine restaurant Gamperdona offers traditional regional meals including the ripened alpine cheese “Gamperdona” and other delicacies.
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08 Bürserberg stone circles, Tschengla high plateau
The huge Neolithic stone circles on the Bürserberg, the true meaning of which we can only guess, is a secretive area. Purportedly, these are a cult sites constructed by our ancestors. Every Wednesday at 2 pm, there is a 2-hour guided tour providing interesting information (prior registration required). Be enchanted by the mysticism of these stone circles and feel the special charisma of this site.
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09 Power places on the Kristberg (Montafon)
In total there are 3 natural energy and power places through geomantic zones on the Kristberg as well as numerous energetically valuable stone settings which have been carried out over the last few years. Just try it out and let the positive power of these natural power places work on and through you…
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10 Sunset at Lake Constance
The Sunset Steps are among the most beautiful places on Lake Constance. At any time of the year this is the ideal place to watch the sun slowly singing in the red coloured sky of Lake Constance. A breathtaking and romantic moment… at any time of the year – even in winter very atmospheric.
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11 Guest at the monastery
Holidays for the soul, searching and meeting yourself, taking part in the rituals of the sisters or monks or simply enjoying the silence and peace, meeting nature, experiencing the community at mealtimes. And if desired – the deep conversation! A holiday with a difference. In Vorarlberg, for example, you can book such holidays at the Mariastern Monastery in Hohenweiler Gwiggen – with a view of Lake Constance. The Capuchin monastery Gauenstein in Montafon also has “Kloster zum Mitleben” offers. More information (only in german language)
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12 Wasserhaus, St. Arbogast
This 5×5 metre concrete cube with its 820 precisely drilled openings is a perforated monolith set in a meadow. It encloses a rectangular water basin and a drinking station. In addition to light, rain, heat/cold and wind penetrate the holes of the Wasserhaus (water house) St. Arbogast …
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13 Salgenreute chapel and the Krumbach moors
A special room in a special place: The new chapel, which was designed by the architect Bernardo Bader, boasts a topographically charming location on a conglomerate formation near the Krumbach Moor in the Bregenzerwald. This sacral building is adorned with shingles made of fine-grained, weathered larch, which will gradually darken like the region’s old farmhouses. The chapel can be reached on foot from the village centre in approx. 20 minutes. In summer, an early hike through the moors is conducive to improving one’s vitality. For a true natural experience, the tranquillity in the wooden ‘moor-room’ is simply incomparable!
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