Summer in the Großes Walsertal
In the Großes Walsertal Biosphere Park, life runs at a slower pace. Flowering mountain meadows, working alpine pastures and trails where it is often just you, the mountain air and the silence – and it all starts right outside our apartment.
Lake Seewaldsee – our favourite spot
You can walk to this mountain lake in Fontanella straight from the house. If you prefer a more leisurely option, drive to the Säge car park in Fontanella (parking fee) and stroll to the lake along a road closed to cars – it takes 30 to 35 minutes and is suitable for pushchairs.
Even more relaxed: in summer, the little tourist train takes you from the Säge car park right to the lake. On the shore, the Gasthaus Seewaldsee invites you to stop for a bite, and on warm days it's time for a swim.
Our hiking tips
- Bad Rotenbrunnen: Take the bus or drive to Buchboden and hike from there to the former spa. The inn lies car-free in the middle of nature – if you like, continue into the Gadental nature reserve.
- From Sonntag-Stein to Alpe Laguz: Ride the Sonntag-Stein cable car up, then hike across several alpine pastures – past the Breithornhütte – to Alpe Laguz. Return by bus via Marul. A full-day hike with wide views across the valley.
- Zafernhorn (2,107 m): This summit hike starts in Faschina. Allow about 4 hours for the circular route; sturdy footwear and a sure step are a must.
You'll find even more hikes with maps and descriptions at Hiking in the Großes Walsertal.
Three cable cars nearby
You can reach all three valley stations in 15 minutes or less – by car or by bus. The bus stop is 50 m from the house.
Sonntag-Stein
Ride the cable car up from Sonntag to alpine pastures, huts and far-reaching views.
Faschina
Take the Stafelalpbahn up to the hiking area around the Franz-Josef-Hütte.
Damüls–Mellau
In Damüls, the Uga-Express takes you up – perfect for panoramic hikes.
With the Guest Card, all three cable cars are included in summer at no extra cost. In spring and autumn, some lifts run on a limited schedule – check the current times with the operators.
Mountain huts & inns
- Gasthaus Seewaldsee – right on the shore of Lake Seewaldsee in Fontanella
- Breithornhütte – on the Oberpartnom alp in the Sonntag-Stein hiking area
- Franz-Josef-Hütte – on the upper Stafelalpe in Faschina (1,704 m)
- Jägerstüble – mountain inn in Damüls
Guest Card included
Stay with us for at least three nights between 1 May and 31 October and you'll receive the Gäste-Card Bregenzerwald & Großes Walsertal free of charge – including cable cars, buses and outdoor pools.