Vacation in the Alpine town of Bludenz

Urban lifestyle meets alpine nature

Bludenz is called an "Alpine town" for good reason: located at the intersection of five valleys and surrounded by an impressive mountain world, it combines an urban lifestyle with Alpine nature. The mountain town is a meeting point for mobile explorers, culture vultures and active sports enthusiasts. The car-free town center, affectionately called "Städtle" by the locals, exudes historical charm with its patrician houses and romantic arcades. Numerous cafés, restaurants and small individual stores invite you to stroll and enjoy. Nature is never far away. From the city, you always have the local mountains in view. A wide range of leisure and sports activities on offer all year round ensures that boredom is never an issue. This makes the Alpine town the ideal starting point for a varied vacation in Vorarlberg.

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Nüziders

Sunny holiday destination on the border of Bludenz.

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Alpenstadt Bludenz

Meeting point and starting place for varied holiday adventures.

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Transalpine Run 2025 - Bludenz as the first stage destination

On Saturday, 06. September, the starting signal for the Transalpine Run 2025 was given in Lech am Arlberg. Covering around 39 kilometres, with 1,450 metres of elevation gain and 2,350 metres of elevation loss, the route led along alpine high-altitude trails to the Klostertal valley and on to Bludenz. The finish line in the city centre was a special experience, accompanied by enthusiastic spectators who celebrated the international running community.

The second stage started on Sunday morning, 07. September, in Bludenz and led via Bürs and Bürserberg to Brand.

The town of Bludenz proved itself as a venue for an international sporting event – an event full of top athletic performances and impressive Alpine panoramas!

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Alpine Art Muttersberg

Discover the Alpine Art Muttersberg in Bludenz - a place where art, nature and breathtaking views merge. Be inspired by the creative works along the hiking trails and enjoy the moment when the mountains become a canvas and nature a gallery.

From autumn 2025, two new works of art will await you, making the experience even more diverse.

 

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The Muttersberg

Time out on the sunny balcony of the region

High above Bludenz and Nüziders at 1,401 meters above sea level, the Muttersberg offers impressive views and numerous opportunities to enjoy nature. Whether it's a relaxing hike or a break on the sun terrace - you'll find the ideal place for your time out here. You can reach the Muttersberg comfortably and easily with the cable car.

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Small historic towns in Austria

Bludenz is part of the "Small Historic Towns", which special places with history and charm connects. Together with other member cities presents presents itself Bludenz as an authentic destination away the hustle and bustle - with narrow alleys, lived tradition and a historic town center, which to discover invites you to discover it.

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