Dornbirn is the largest town in Vorarlberg and lies in the heart of the Rhine Valley. The town combines a lively town centre with cultural venues, historic buildings and a wide variety of places to visit. Its proximity to the mountains and Lake Constance also makes Dornbirn a versatile base for exploring the region.
Dornbirn combines urban charm with regional history and a wide range of leisure activities. With its bustling squares, small shops, museums and stunning natural landscapes, the town reveals many different sides to itself. Whether it’s a stroll through the town centre, a visit to a museum or a trip into the surrounding mountains.
Among the most famous sights are the Rotes Haus, the inatura Nature Experience Centre, the Karrenseilbahn cable car, the Rappenloch Gorge and St Martin’s Parish Church.
When the weather’s bad, the inatura Nature Experience Centre, the City Museum, the Kunstraum Dornbirn and other cultural venues are all worth a visit.
A day in Dornbirn is best started with a stroll through the town centre. Afterwards, you could visit the inatura, pop into the Rotes Haus or take a ride on the Karren cable car. If you have enough time, a trip to the Rappenloch Gorge is also well worth it.
Many of the sights in the town centre are close together and can easily be visited on a walk. These include the market square with the Red House, St Martin’s Parish Church and various museums and shops.
The inatura Nature Experience Centre, with its interactive exhibitions, is an interesting day-out destination for families. The Karrenseilbahn cable car, the Rappenloch Gorge and the Spielfabrik also offer a variety of experiences for different age groups.
