Bregenz Attractions

 
A 2 Land: Vorarlberg Altitude: 395m/1,296ft Population: 27,000 Bregenz, the capital of Vorarlberg, lies on the southeastern shores of Lake Constance at the foot of the Pfänder, which links up with the Bregenzer Wald. The town extends southwards as far as the Bregenzer Ache, and is divided into the Lower and Upper Towns (Unterstadt and Oberstadt). Bregenz hosts festivals and has numerous cultural institutions. On the site of a Bronze Age settlement the Celts built a fortress which was conquered by the Romans in 15 BC The Roman fort of Brigantium developed into an important trading post. Alemannic tribes settled here from AD 450. After being Christianized by Gaelic monks beyond the eighth C., the town became the seat of the Counts of Bregenz. Following an eventful history it formed part of Bavaria between 1805-14. In 1919 Bregenz was made the capital of Vorarlberg.

There is a school museum in Wolfurt.

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Amongst the highlights of the Bregenz Lake District are a leisure park, music pavilion, beach bathing pools, stadium and tennis hall. The District also offers excellent sports and yachting opportunities.

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Standing at a height of 3491 feet is the Pfander peak which features beautiful views over the Alps and Lake Constance. Pfander is especially popular with winter sport enthusiasts.

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Read More Vorarlberg Provincial Museum

Spread over three floors, the Vorarlberg Provincial Museum in Bregenz showcases artifacts pertaining to the history and culture of the region.

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Read More Capuchin Monastery and Church

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Read More Parish Church of St Gallus

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