Discover Nenzing: Hiking, Culture and Alpine Views

Nenzing combines impressive landscape experiences with an unusually rich and diverse history. Those looking for a mix of walks, hikes and cultural discoveries for their holiday will find a range of options here to incorporate into their travel planning. When choosing a holiday apartment or holiday house, it is therefore worth paying particular attention to how you would like to spend your days: Should the trip focus primarily on experiences in nature, or are historical topics and regional specialities the main focus?

Hiking on Alpe Gamp

A key destination for active days is Alpe Gamp, situated at an altitude of 1,564 metres. Walks and extended hikes to various natural attractions are possible there. The alp borders the Principality of Liechtenstein and offers hikers panoramic views extending from Lake Constance to the Arlberg. It therefore appeals both to guests planning a longer hike and to travellers who would like to experience the character of the landscape on a walk.

In summer, work takes place at the alpine dairy on Alpe Gamp. Specialities are produced there according to traditional old recipes. This aspect adds a regional culinary element to the stay, without the day having to consist exclusively of physical activity.

Nenzinger Himmel and Gamperdonatal Valley

Nenzinger Himmel can be reached from Nenzing on foot in four hours or by hiking bus. Cars and bicycles are prohibited there. Anyone wishing to use the minibus into the Gamperdonatal Valley must register for the journey at least one day in advance. These requirements are part of the day’s planning and should be taken into account when choosing suitable accommodation in Nenzing, as should the question of whether you prefer to walk or travel by hiking bus.

Nenzinger Himmel also has a show dairy. Interested visitors can take part in a guided tour on request. Together with the specialities of the alpine dairy, this provides another way to explore regional production and local traditions.

A Cultural Trail Through Many Eras

The Nenzing Cultural Trail traces local history from the Bronze and Iron Ages through the Roman era and early Christianity in the 6th century, continuing through the age of chivalry, the Gothic and Baroque periods, and the more recent and most recent history of Nenzing. One section passes the Scheibenstuhl, which was identified as a prehistoric burnt offering site through excavations carried out between 2005 and 2008. The cultural trail is therefore particularly suitable for anyone wishing to combine the landscape with historical topics.

The underground church beneath today’s parish church of Nenzing is another site of particular historical significance. It has been confirmed as the oldest church in Vorarlberg. In the 4th century AD, the Romans built a fort at Stellfeder, which served as a guard and observation tower as well as a place of refuge for the Romance population. Ramschwag Castle is also part of the area’s history; it is thought to have been built during this period and was named “Wälsch-Ramschwag” after the Romance population.

Which Accommodation Location Suits Your Trip?

Accommodation in Nenzing provides a suitable base if you would like to combine historical sites, the cultural trail and excursions into the landscape. For a trip focused on hiking, you should incorporate your planned routes and the special conditions around Nenzinger Himmel into your daily planning at an early stage. Those who primarily want to discover history and regional culture can instead make the cultural trail, the underground church and the historical sites their thematic focus. This allows you to tailor your search for a holiday apartment or holiday house to your own travel interests without making every day the same.

If you would like to expand your search to other destinations, here is a compact selection: Gurtis, Bartholomäberg, Sankt Gallenkirch, Damüls, Nüziders, Bludenz, Bürserberg and Schruns.

To the higher-level travel overview: Bludenz.