Reutte Nature Park Region

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With its sweeping lakes, towering mountains and rushing Lech river, the Reutte Nature Park Region bordering Bavaria is the gateway to the mountains of Tirol.

Situated on the Bavarian border, the Reutte Nature Park Region forms the gateway to the mighty mountains of Tirol. It stretches from Vils in the foothills of the Allgäu Alps, one of Austria’s smallest towns, via the administrative centre Reutte to the village of Weißenbach im Lechtal in the south-west. The Reutte Nature Park Region comprises eleven villages, all of which are located on the Lech river. The Lech is one of the few remaining untamed rivers in Europe and has a unique landscape with its wide river bed and alluvial forests. The region is also characterised by large lakes, such as Lake Plansee at 1,000m altitude, the Lechtal Alps, lush green meadows, rushing streams and a wide valley floor.

Hanging bridge between two fortresses

Outdoor enthusiasts will find much to see and do in the region, from cross-country skiing and alpine skiing in winter to hiking, mountain biking and rock climbing in summer. Reutte has many cultural attractions and a pretty town centre, while visitors interested in history should pay a visit to the Burgenwelt Ehrenberg. Between the Ruine Ehrenberg and the Fort Claudia lies the highline179, the world’s longest free-standing footbridge. It was opened in 2014 and measures 406 metres in length. A must for those with a strong stomach and head for heights! Watersports lovers can choose between whitewater rafting on the Lech and sailing, surfing, diving and rowing on the calmer Lake Plansee.

Situated on the Bavarian border, the Reutte Nature Park Region forms the gateway to the mighty mountains of Tirol. It stretches from Vils in the…

Holiday activities in Reutte Nature Park Region

Skiing

Skiing in the region

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Winter hiking

Winter hiking in the region

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Tobogganing

Tobogganing in the region

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Days out in the region

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Hiking

Hiking in the region

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Mountainbiking

Mountain biking in the region

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Cycling

Cycling in the region

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The cable car up to the Hahnenkamm at 1,938m altitude is open all year round. In winter it transports skiers and snowboarders up into the resort, while in summer many hikers come to see the alpine flower garden and explore the many signposted trails., © Naturparkregion Reutte/Robert Eder — Skiing and outdoor adventure at the Hahnenkamm
The cable car up to the Hahnenkamm at 1,938m altitude is open all year round. In winter it transports skiers and snowboarders up into the resort, while in summer many hikers come to see the alpine flower garden and explore the many signposted trails.

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Families can embark on a fascinating journey back into the Middle Ages with a visit to the Burgenwelt Ehrenberg and its four ancient fortresses. There is plenty for children to see and do, including the chance to dress up as knights and explore the Magic Forest. Once a year the Burgenwelt Ehrenberg hosts the Knight Festival., © Tirol Werbung/Aichner Bernhard — Burgenwelt Ehrenberg: back to the Middle Ages
Families can embark on a fascinating journey back into the Middle Ages with a visit to the Burgenwelt Ehrenberg and its four ancient fortresses. There is plenty for children to see and do, including the chance to dress up as knights and explore the Magic Forest. Once a year the Burgenwelt Ehrenberg hosts the Knight Festival.

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The Lech is one of the few remaining untamed rivers in Europe and flows through the beautiful valley with which it shares its name. The best way to experience its wide river bed and alluvial forests is by hiking along a stretch of the Lech River Trail, which runs 125km from source to estuary., © Tirol Werbung/Kathrein Verena — The Lech, one of the last wild rivers in Europe
The Lech is one of the few remaining untamed rivers in Europe and flows through the beautiful valley with which it shares its name. The best way to experience its wide river bed and alluvial forests is by hiking along a stretch of the Lech River Trail, which runs 125km from source to estuary.

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The mountains in the region appear even more majestic when seen from the water. Visitors can take a journey on MS Margarethe and MS Willhelm during the summer months to explore these two interconnected lakes. Each boat makes several stops, so it is easy to combine the boat trip with hikes near the lake., © Naturparkregion Reutte — Lake Plansee and Lake Heiterwanger See
The mountains in the region appear even more majestic when seen from the water. Visitors can take a journey on MS Margarethe and MS Willhelm during the summer months to explore these two interconnected lakes. Each boat makes several stops, so it is easy to combine the boat trip with hikes near the lake.

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Visitors interested in culture should definitely pay a visit to Reutte. The largest town in the region is home to wonderful old houses with facades painted by 18th century Austrian artist Johann Zeiller, who was born in Reutte. One highlight is the “Green House”, home to the local history museum. A range of events take place throughout the year, including the Reuttener Kulturherbst arts festival in autumn., © Tirol Werbung/Aichner Bernhard — Walking tour of Reutte
Visitors interested in culture should definitely pay a visit to Reutte. The largest town in the region is home to wonderful old houses with facades painted by 18th century Austrian artist Johann Zeiller, who was born in Reutte. One highlight is the “Green House”, home to the local history museum. A range of events take place throughout the year, including the Reuttener Kulturherbst arts festival in autumn.

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Places in the region

Breitenwang

Breitenwang forms part of a large settlement area encompassing the nearby administrative town of Reutte and lies at the heart of the Reutte Nature Park Region.

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Winter is a magical time of year in the Reutte Nature Park, © Naturparkregion Reutte

Ehenbichl

Located in the Reutte Nature Park Region in the west of Tirol, Ehenbichl is a remote village with just 825 inhabitants at the foot of the Schlossberg mountain. Atop the mountain stand the Ehrenberg…

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Höfen

The small village of Höfen is located on the banks of the Lech river in the Reutte Nature Park Region. It is home to a little over 1,200 inhabitants and lies just a few kilometres from the town of…

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Lechaschau

As the name suggests, Lechaschau in the district of Reutte lies on the banks of the Lech river, the only remaining wild river in the Northern Alps, and is surounded by large swathes of protected…

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Cross-country skiing, © Naturparkregion Reutte

Musau

Musau is a pretty village to the north of Reutte, on the western banks of the Lech river, and is home to almost 400 inhabitants.

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Pflach

Pflach is a long, thin village just 2 kilometres from Reutte. It lies at an altitude of 840m and is connected to the Fernpassstraße linking Austria and Germany.

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Pinswang

Pinswang in the Lechtal Valley, a pretty municipality on the eastern banks of the Lech river, is surrounded by lush meadows.

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Reutte

Reutte lies in a wide valley floor in the Außerfern area of Tirol, not far from the foothills of the Allgäu Alps. It has a population of 6,300.

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Vils

With a population of 1,500, Vils is one of the smallest towns in Austria. It also happens to be the only town in the Außerfern region in the far west of Tirol, yet at the same time it has managed to…

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Wängle

Though the Hahnenkamm in Kitzbühel may be more famous, there is also a second Hahnenkamm in Tirol. This one is to be found in the Außerfern region in the far west of Tirol. At the foot of this mighty…

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Weißennbach am Lech in winter, © Naturparkregion Reutte

Weißenbach am Lech

At the foot of the mighty Gaichtpass lies the municipality of Weißenbach am Lech between the town of Reutte, the Lechtal Valley and the Tannheimer Tal Valley.

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