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C Skyspace Lech (c) Bernadette Otter - Lech Zürs Tourismus
Open throughout the year, Skyspace Lech was designed by the American artist James Turrell, who is known for his space-light exhibitions.
As its name suggests, Oberlech is located high above Lech am Arlberg at 1,750 metres above sea level. In winter, the district is traffic free. The cable car is also the best way to reach Oberlech from Lech in summer. Around Oberlech in summer, admire the blooming meadows and geological features such as the Gipslöcher gypsum holes, a reserve where mother nature has formed remarkable sinkholes (craters). This special district, made lively by the many hotels and B&Bs nevertheless remains quiet and secluded. This compelling mix inspired James Turrell’s now famous exhibition.
The Skyspace Lech is located on a hill not far from the mountain station of the Schlosskopfbahn cable car. Visitors enter via a 15-meter-long tunnel. Inside the round room, visitors are encouraged to sit and stare upwards at the ceiling. A movable dome opens to the outside world and highlights the sky and the surrounding mountains. When the weather is fine, the dome is open. In poor weather, it remains closed and visitors can experience the full glamour of the artist’s lighting programme, which lasts around 45 minutes and entirely alters the perception of the room. The lighting programme is also on display during guided tours at sunrise or sunset.
In summer, an excursion to Skyspace Lech can be combined with a hike around Oberlech. In winter, it is accessibly by skis and a winter walking trail. The Skyspace has particular opening hours and public tours are offered on an ongoing basis.
Lech can be reached by bus from Langen am Arlberg (train station).
Oberlech in Lech am Arlberg has become a meeting place for all those interested…
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DescriptionA visit to the newly opened walk-in art installation “Skyspace” by James Turrell is an absolute highlight of a winter holiday. The magnificent play of colours in the dome takes visitors into a magical world. Space and time take on a new meaning in Skyspace. During the guided tours, visitors receive interesting information about the artist, the creation of the art installation and a breathtaking light show.
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Skyspace Lech by artist James Turrell has been one of Vorarlberg's cultural highlights since…
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Skyspace Lech by artist James Turrell has been one of Vorarlberg's cultural highlights since it…
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DescriptionSkyspace Lech was officially opened in the summer of 2018 and has been open to visitors ever since. With the Skyspace by James Turrel, the dimensions of space, light and time are lifted and newly combined. The intense feeling of space in the midst of the dreamlike mountain world mixes with the equally intense colours of the sky to create an overall experience that opens up to the visitor. Especially…
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Skyspace Lech website
www.skyspace-lech.com
Lech Zürs Tourismus website
www.lechzuers.com