Explore Bezau through a range of interests: St. Jodok Parish Church offers a glimpse into the history of the church, nature trails focus on geology, flora and views, and a natural toboggan run adds a winter activity to the mix. Schönenbach is another highlight, exemplifying the Bregenzerwald’s Vorsäß tradition, which is associated with the municipality of Bezau. When planning a stay, it helps to distinguish these offerings by their character rather than treating them as similar excursions.
Cultural History and Vorsäß Tradition
St. Jodok Parish Church in Bezau dates back to a chapel dedicated to St. Jodok in the 14th century. The history of this place of worship therefore reaches back to a specific, named early chapel. Schönenbach adds a different form of cultural heritage to the picture: it is an example of a well-preserved Bregenzerwald Vorsäß and bears witness to the municipality of Bezau’s long-standing tradition. The church and the Vorsäß tradition offer different perspectives on history: one concerns the religious dedication of a place of worship and its origins, the other a regional tradition passed down through generations. Visitors interested in culture can see these as distinct aspects of a stay.
Trails and Mountain Views
For information about the natural environment, the Höhlenpark-Klausenstein nature trail is one option: its 45 information panels cover the area’s geology and flora, and there is a small pavilion at a viewpoint. The Känzelerundweg has a different character. It follows a narrow forest path above a steep cliff and offers views of the village of Bezau. When choosing between the two trails, the difference lies in their stated focus: information panels about geology and flora on the nature trail, and a forest path and views of the village on the Känzelerundweg.
The Bezau cable car takes visitors over the sunny ridge of the Niedere to a viewpoint in the Bregenzerwald. The Theodul Chapel is nearby and can be reached on foot in around 15 minutes from the mountain station of the cable car from Bezau. The stated walking time therefore starts at the mountain station, a clear reference point for the walk to the chapel.
Winter, Breakfast and a Cycling Route
In winter, the natural toboggan run from Baumgarten to Sonderdach is another activity. It is over 3 km long and has an elevation difference of 440 metres. Its availability depends on operating conditions.
The Baumgarten Panorama Restaurant serves a mountain breakfast at an elevation of 1,650 m, featuring regional specialties from the Bregenzerwald and panoramic views. This adds a specific culinary highlight to the cultural and nature-based offerings. If you plan to have breakfast there, check before your visit whether a reservation is required.
The Radlfix Tour starts in the heart of Bezau and follows the Bregenzerache toward Reuthe. Alongside the walking trails, it offers another clearly defined way to get active when planning your stay.
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Go to the main travel overview: Bregenz.
