The best city hikes and walks in the Bezirk Bregenz

The banks of the Dornbirner Ache are beautiful, and there is a dedicated pedestrian and cycle path right along the wall.

Brunnen, a small hamlet in the old former farming village.

Dornbirn Market Square / Market Hours: Wednesday and Saturday mornings Dornbirn Weekly Market – the place to meet! Visitors can find the sweetest fruits on Wednesday and Saturday mornings at Vorarlberg's busiest weekly market, featuring a wide variety of local products and popular specialties. At over 60 market stalls, you can buy groceries such as fish, meat, game, olives, jams, cheese, mushrooms, pasta, as well as flowers and seedlings. Freshness, quality, and regionality are paramount, while numerous cafes and restaurants offer a relaxing atmosphere for a pleasant morning. And at home, when you unpack your freshly purchased groceries, flowers, or farm products for the first time, the real enjoyment begins – that's quality. Dornbirn Weekly Market The beautiful pedestrian zone with its spacious market square is the ideal starting point for any shopping trip. Dornbirn's city center is particularly beautiful in spring. It has been car-free since 1989, allowing for a relaxed stroll. It's precisely the perfect mix of the vibrant market atmosphere, shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants that makes Dornbirn's city center so popular and captivating. Text / Source: Dornbirn City Hall https://innenstadt.dornbirn.at/wochenmarkt

Dornbirn: Vorarlberg's Largest City Dornbirn is the largest city in the Rhine Valley and Vorarlberg's premier shopping destination. A stroll through the charming city center, starting at the market square, offers a glimpse into the numerous brands and fashions available in over 220 shops. There's always something happening in Dornbirn – numerous venues such as the Kulturhaus (cultural center), the trendy Spielboden (theater), the inatura Science Center, and many more offer a diverse and exciting experience. The Vorarlberg Architecture Institute, dedicated to contemporary architecture, is also located in Dornbirn. The city's culinary scene is incredibly diverse. From trendy award-winning restaurants to cozy, traditional Vorarlberg inns, the range of culinary delights is vast. Hearty, refined, and classic cuisine can be found high above the rooftops of Dornbirn, right in the heart of the city, or along the way. The city's high quality of life is reflected in its sports and leisure activities: The nearby mountains are perfect for hiking and mountain biking. The romantic forest pool or the architecturally impressive modern public pool, fitness trails, and cycling paths make Dornbirn an active destination. Late autumn is the perfect time for a city break to Dornbirn – for strolling, indulging in trendy shopping, taking a ride on the Karren cable car, and enjoying a delicious meal. For example, you could visit Dornbirn's local mountain, the Karren, which offers a breathtaking view of the Rhine Valley all the way to Lake Constance. Text / Source: Vorarlberg Tourism GmbH, Dornbirn https://www.vorarlberg.travel/stadterlebnis-dornbirn/

The Red House, a true landmark of the city of Dornbirn! Proudly situated amidst Dornbirn's picturesque scenery, our Red House is not only a striking building, but also a place where history, culture, and hospitality blend harmoniously. The Red House invites you to immerse yourself in its historic walls and experience the unique atmosphere of this significant place. Whether you embark on a culinary discovery in our restaurant or simply admire the unique architecture, the Red House Dornbirn warmly welcomes you to explore a rich connection between past and present. Immerse yourself in a world where tradition meets modernity, and where the Red House is more than just a building—it is a symbol of identity and pride for Dornbirn. 1639 - Construction of the Red House In 1639, the couple Michael Danner and Verena Rhomberg built the "Red House" on the site of the rectory, which had burned down in 1570. It is a fine example of the timber construction that was once prevalent in this area. Notable features include the four-part window groups, the painted, retractable shutters, and the tendril-decorated underside of the eaves. The red color comes from the protective coating of ox blood and ox gall, common in the 18th century. The Red House around 1900; Original: Horst Günther Maier, Reproduction: StAD, Sign. 40306, Photograph: Victor Hämmerle Text / Source: Red House, Restaurant on the Market Square, Marktplatz 13, Dornbirn https://www.roteshaus.at/

Feurstein House, Dornbirn The Feurstein House was built in 1611 on the site of a medieval predecessor and expanded in the 18th century. Until the 19th century, it housed the "Adler" inn. The house was named after the merchant Raimund Feurstein (1835-1900). During renovations in 1897, the Neo-Renaissance decorative paintings were added, giving the building its current appearance. The pitched roofs, designed to protect the windows, lend the house a bourgeois character. Text / Source: Dornbirn City Archives https://stadtarchiv.dornbirn.at/stadtspaziergaenge/infotafeln-hausgeschichten/feurstein-haus

St. Martin's Parish Church, Dornbirn The current church represents at least the fifth building on this site. St. Martin's Church was first mentioned in 1130. Only the freestanding bell tower remains from the Gothic church built in 1453. A new church was constructed in the Rococo style between 1751 and 1753. The tower was heightened to 64 meters in 1767. The hall-like, single-nave church is the largest church in Vorarlberg. Interior dimensions: 65 meters long, 30 meters wide, 14.5 meters high. Height of the exterior columns: 13 meters. The current church was built in 1839/40 under Pastor Schweinberger. The plans were provided by State Architect Martin von Kink. From 1967 to 1969, the church was redesigned by architect Emil Steffann from Bad Godesberg to meet contemporary liturgical needs. The church is the mother and main church of the city. Since the city was divided into six districts, this core area has also been called the first district. The church is particularly noteworthy due to its location in a picturesque square with various old and new houses, a fountain, and five streets radiating from it. Until late in the 19th century, the parish of St. Martin encompassed the entire area of the city of Dornbirn. Text / Source: Dornbirn Market Parish, Dornbirn https://www.pfarre-st-martin.at/

St. Joseph's Monastery Church, Dornbirn since 1893/94 Formerly a Capuchin monastery from 1893 to 2004 The Capuchin monastery in Dornbirn has been a religious landmark in the trade fair city for 125 years. In 2004, the monastery was transferred to the Franciscans. Adolf Rhomberg was Governor of Vorarlberg from 1890 to 1918. When his wife Anna recovered from a serious illness, the textile manufacturer founded a Capuchin monastery. The monastery, located opposite his residence, was built in 1893/94, and the monastery church was dedicated to St. Joseph. It was primarily intended to serve the pastoral care of the workers. The tomb of the founding couple is located in the Chapel of Our Lady. Following an old tradition, the altarpiece depicts prominent contemporary figures, the founding couple, and Dornbirn as a backdrop. In 2004, the monastery was transferred to the Franciscan Province of Poznań in Poland. The Church of St. Joseph at the Capuchin Monastery in Dornbirn's Markt district is the place of worship and confession of the last remaining active Roman Catholic monastery in Dornbirn and is a listed historical monument. The church was built for the Capuchins in 1893–1894 as part of the establishment of this monastery and was consecrated to St. Joseph in 1894. https://lexikon.dornbirn.at/startseite/geschichte/historischer-spaziergang/marktstrasse-49-kapuzinerkloster/ Text / Source: Dornbirn Tourism & City Marketing GmbH, 6850 Dornbirn/Austria https://www.franziskaner-dornbirn.at/ https://www.dornbirn.info/de/kapuzinerkloster-franziskanerkloster-dornbirn