A short loop leads through a gorge to Wika and back to Rehmen via Holand: the alpine pasture trail. With 14 stations, the themed trail offers insights into alpine farming in the Bregenzerwald and the centuries-old practice of managing pastures in several stages. This gives the route and landscape a thematic framework: it is not just about the route, but also about the form of pasture use explained here. If you are interested in alpine agriculture, you can use the stations as a guiding thread for your outing. Returning to Rehmen brings the short loop to a clear conclusion.
An alpine hut on the route between Holdamoos and Au-Rehmen
A route between the Holdamoos nature experience and Au-Rehmen includes a 440-year-old alpine hut, which can be visited on Friday afternoons. If you are planning a visit, Friday is the relevant day of the week. This gives your visit a specific time frame to consider when choosing the days for your outing.
Architectural heritage and crafts in Au
In Au, the Baroque Master Builders Museum is dedicated to the work of the Baroque master builders and the founding history of the “Auer Zunft” guild. It also showcases the contemporary design expertise of Au’s craftspeople. Historical architecture and present-day craftsmanship thus come together in a shared cultural offering. If you are interested in the history of architecture and crafts, you can connect two periods here: the history of the master builders and the skills of today’s craftspeople. The museum broadens the themes of a stay with a perspective that differs from alpine farming and the landscape.
Tours and tastings at Bergbrennerei Löwen
Public distillery and house tours are offered at Bergbrennerei Löwen on Thursdays and Fridays from 4 p.m. Tastings are offered in the shop. You can choose between a tour and a tasting as two different ways to explore what is on offer. If you would like to include a tour in your trip, note the stated days and start time; check current dates and the availability of tastings in advance, as both may change.
Plan routes and visit days
When choosing a route, it is worth considering the different landmarks. The alpine pasture trail is a short loop that leads through a gorge to Wika and back to Rehmen via Holand. The route to the Holdamoos nature experience follows a paved road downhill to the church in Au-Rehmen. This gives you two different planning options: a loop that returns to Rehmen, and a route connected with Holdamoos and Au-Rehmen. You can make your choice based on whether the loop or the route to the church in Au-Rehmen is more important to you.
Tailor your stay to your interests
If you are planning around a fixed event, you can arrange your trip around the Friday afternoon visit to the alpine hut or the days when distillery tours are available. This makes it possible to structure your stay around your interests and the relevant visiting days. Choosing between a loop, a cultural theme, and a visit available only at specific times gives you a concrete starting point for finding a hotel in Rehmen.
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