Vomp combines the landscape of the Karwendel mountains with notable sites in Tyrolean history. The municipality includes the “Alpenpark Karwendel” nature reserve; it also offers cycling options, hiking trails and pilgrimage routes for different travel interests. When choosing accommodation, it helps to decide what you want to focus on: would you mainly like to spend time outdoors, plan a particular route, or explore historical topics? The differences below provide some specific points to consider.
The Karwendel mountains and specific route options
The Laliderer Walls are located in the Karwendel area of Vomp and are considered Tyrol’s most famous climbing mountains. Vomp has numerous cycling routes; the mountain biking trails cover all difficulty levels. Hiking routes also vary in their course and scenery. The hike into Vomper Loch is 3 km long and leads through a secluded mountain landscape with fascinating views both across and down into the valley. Check the conditions and seasonal availability for this hike. The Walder Joch Loop runs mostly through the forest and offers views of the mountain landscape. It is available only in part, so check the current status before planning. The Vomp–Fiecht Contemplation Trail is a 4.9 km route from Vomp to Fiecht via Fiecht Abbey. You should also check conditions for this trail seasonally. This gives you a choice between a forested circular hike, a hike with expansive and downward views, and a route with named endpoints.
There is also an 8 km cross-country ski trail at Vomperberg. As trail conditions vary by season, check the status before planning your trip.
Churches, abbey and castle history
Vomp parish church can be placed in historical context using two dates. Archaeological excavations found evidence that a church already stood on this site in the 8th century. The parish church’s basic form took shape when it was built between 1460 and 1480 by master builder Gilg Mitterhofer from Schwaz. Thus, the early history of the church site and the later creation of its basic form represent distinct historical layers.
History and route also intersect at Fiecht Abbey: the Benedictine abbey was elevated to abbey status in 1138 by Bishop Reginbert of Brixen, and the Way of St. James passes by it. Schloss Sigmundslust is another part of the area’s history. Archduke Sigmund the Rich in Coin had it built as a hunting lodge because of the abundance of game in the mountains. Tyrol’s oldest printing house was located in Sigmundslust; in 1521, Josef Pirnsieder printed the first Catholic hymnbook in the German language there. Those interested in architectural history will find two distinct historical dates at the parish church; the abbey connects monastic history with the Way of St. James, while Sigmundslust brings together the histories of hunting and printing.
The pilgrimage route to Georgenberg
The pilgrimage route to Georgenberg starts at the free Weng car park above Fiecht. The walking time is 30 to 45 minutes and may vary depending on conditions. Along the way, you cross the Hohe Brücke, a historic covered wooden bridge dating from 1709. At Georgenberg, the focus is on walking time; on the Vomp–Fiecht Contemplation Trail, it is on the length and route via the abbey. This lets you compare the two trails based on their different planning details.
Discover more travel destinations: Terfens, Pill, Wiesing, Buch In Tirol, Gallzein, Pertisau, Hippach-Schwendberg, Schwaz
Go to the broader travel overview: Schwaz.
