Bregenz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Medieval monuments, art galleries, jaw-dropping scenery and a superb summer music festival await in this exciting city in Austria’s westernmost corner.

Bregenz is the jewel in the crown of Austria’s affluent and mountainous Vorarlberg province. This 2,000-year-old city occupies a prime location on the banks of Lake Constance (Bodensee) and the Austrian Alps. Here, art, medieval history, opera and unbeatable views create a chic travel destination and popular summer retreat.

The easygoing streets of Bregenz’ Oberstadt (Upper Town) and Understadt (Lower Town) are great for exploring on foot. Start by admiring the medieval landmarks framing the cobblestone alleys of the once-walled Oberstadt. Most notable is the imposing Baroque-style St. Martin’s Tower. The Deuringschlösschen palace and Herz-Jesu-Kirche are other architecturally impressive highlights.

Discover a contemporary flair in the Understadt. At its heart is Kornmarktplatz, a square surrounded by bars, cafés and restaurants with outdoor terraces that are ideal for people-watching. Glimpse centuries of provincial history at the Vorarlberg Museum and browse exhibitions of modern art at the Kunsthaus. Attend comedies, musicals, plays and operas at Vorarlberg Landstheater.

Participate in a popular local pastime by enjoying lake and mountain views while strolling along Bregenz Promenade. Enhance your tan on a warm summer day and swim in the crystal clear water at the city beach, Strandbad Bregenz. Catch a boat to the pretty Lindau island village and Mainau island botanical garden, both located in Germany.

Ride the Pfänderbahn cable car to the summit of Pfänder mountain. Hike along marked trails, bike on rugged terrain, gaze over the countryside of three countries and spot up to 240 peaks. Winter snowfall turns the Pfänder area into an alpine resort for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing.

Bregenz is accessible via train from InnsbruckOpens in a new window, SalzburgOpens in a new window, ViennaOpens in a new window and ZurichOpens in a new window, Switzerland. Visit in summer for the Bregenz Festival, which puts on music events at an opera house and on a floating stage. Venture out of the city and enjoy a culinary journey on the Bregenzwald Cheese Trail, an association of alpine dairy farmers, cheesemakers, museums and restaurants.

Grand Hotel Bregenz - MGallery Collection

Grand Hotel Bregenz - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
Platz Der Wiener Symphoniker 2, Bregenz, Vorarlberg
The price is ₹15,688 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
₹15,688
₹18,069 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bregenz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (718 reviews)
"There was a cockroach in the wall at the bed on the last day. Not what you expect from this kind of hotel."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Grand Hotel Bregenz - MGallery Collection
Hotel Schwärzler

Hotel Schwärzler

4 out of 5
Landstrasse 9, Bregenz, Vorarlberg
The price is ₹22,091 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹22,091
₹25,111 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bregenz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hohenbregenz Castle and Church of St. Gallus ...
9/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful. When I booked the hotel, I recall it stated to be close to the center, minutes away from the amphitheater, the lake and shopping. However, the hotel turns out to be in the outskirts. What did I do wrong?"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Hotel Schwärzler
Hotel Messmer

Hotel Messmer

4 out of 5
Kornmarktstrasse 16, Bregenz
The price is ₹15,290 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
₹15,290
₹17,630 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bregenz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (522 reviews)
First Class
"A first class hotel with good service and a comfortable room. The restaurant served a very nice meal with good service and an excellent meal"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hotel Messmer
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Village by Maier - kontaktloser Check-in

Village by Maier - kontaktloser Check-in

3.5 out of 5
Maderspergerstraße 9, Hohenems, Vorarlberg
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Hohenems. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jewish Museum and Schubertiade are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
"Need to improve the cleaning of the kitchen"

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024

Village by Maier - kontaktloser Check-in
Business Hotel Maier

Business Hotel Maier

3.5 out of 5
Montfortstraße 6, Goetzis, Vorarlberg
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Goetzis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Alamannen Museumsdorf and Stoffels Saw-mill ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (104 reviews)
"Brand new place with great amenities"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Business Hotel Maier
Chalet Park by Maier Mäder

Chalet Park by Maier Mäder

3 out of 5
Reichshofstraße 11, Mäder, Vorarlberg
Stay at this 3-star chalet in Mäder. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Hohenems Palace and Jewish Museum are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
"Modern cabin. Quiet neighbourhood. Layout to bunk bed double bed is not convenient for mid age couple to climb up and it is hot up there. No cleaning cloth to clean tables."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Chalet Park by Maier Mäder
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Nice place but very busy and noisy at night.

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