Autumn enjoyment in the Bregenzerwald
The evenings are getting cooler, the days shorter, and nature is showing itself in its most beautiful orange-yellow tones: golden autumn has arrived.
This most colorful time of year can be enjoyed especially well in the mountains before winter announces its arrival with the first snowflakes. The special atmosphere of autumn in the mountains can be experienced not only while hiking – it's also a true culinary delight in our mountains!
Hiking autumn culinary delights
Hiking with Kaiserschmarren and mountain panorama
Can't decide whether to hike through the mountains in autumn or indulge in autumnal culinary delights? Then our holiday fairy has the perfect combination for you: hiking with Kaiserschmarren and a 360-degree mountain panorama.
Route to the Hochalphütte and the Panoramasee
You can comfortably cover the first few hundred meters of elevation with the Steffisalp cable car, from where the hike to the Hochalphütte begins. After about 15 minutes, you should enjoy the view at the Spitziger Stein – and also take a look back: there lies the blue-green reservoir, which offers a panoramic view of the Biberkopf.
After about 20 minutes you'll reach the Hochalphütte, where Kaiserschmarren, blueberry Kaiserschmarren, and other familiar favorites await you. With enough energy replenished, a detour to the panoramic lake is well worth it. Perched atop the Salobersattel, its turquoise-blue waters shimmer against the backdrop of the imposing Widderstein.
Tip: hot stone at the high alpine hut
On Saturday evenings, the Hochalphütte offers its culinary highlight, "hot stone," by prior arrangement: Dips and savory side dishes are served – and you can grill various types of meat, fish, and shrimp to your heart's content on the preheated natural stone. Vegetarian options are also available.
The train will take you comfortably up until 5:00 pm, and you can easily walk back down – a post-meal stroll included.
Enjoyment. Autumn. Time.
Culinary autumn in the Bregenzerwald
The Bregenzerwald region is renowned for its culinary delights – all year round. One delicacy in particular draws gourmets back to the region time and again: our cheese, rooted in the Bregenzerwald. This cheese paradise ranges from mild to robust and offers the very best from local pantries.
Along the Cheese Route, there is everything to discover and taste related to cheese: dairies, cheesemakers, museums and inns let you experience the Bregenzerwald with all your senses.
All cheese:
From the traditional Käsknöpfle party at Villa Maund to cheese enjoyment on the nostalgic "Wälderbähnle" train to cheese fondue, everything revolves around the Bregenzerwald delicacy.
Delicacies with a programme:
It's not just about snacking. Would you like a tour of the farm? A walk around the village? Or perhaps a morning get-together with musical accompaniment?
Autumn time is game time:
This time of year can be particularly well enjoyed in our local restaurants. It's fortunate that our family of hunters lives just around the corner and prepares their own game into regional delicacies.
Over the edges of valleys and plates:
Weekly hikes across the valley invite you to discover culinary highlights.
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Culinary highlights in autumn
We certainly don't want to deprive you of some of the culinary delights from our highlights.
Cheese. Indulgence. Day on the Wälderbähnle
Saturday, October 1, 2022, Departure from Bezau at 10:45, 13:45 and 15:45.
Cheese and wine are served on the museum railway: Delicious cheese varieties and wine selections are served in specially marked carriages.
Cost: EUR 15.00 for the cheese and wine tasting. The train ticket must be purchased additionally.
Culture & Culinary Delights at Villa Maund
Friday, September 30, 2022, 3:00 PM at the Hotel Gasthof Adler, Schoppernau.
The historical and culinary journey begins at the Hotel Adler. Klaudia Moosbrugger will lead you along the FM Felder Trail. An aperitif awaits you at the villa, followed by a traditional Käsknöpfle (cheese dumpling) meal. Minimum of 20 people.
Cost: EUR 49.00 per person including aperitif, shuttle on request EUR 2.00.
Cheese & Wine Tasting
Saturdays, September 17th/24th and October 1st/8th, 6:00 PM, Sonne Lifestyle Resort Bregenzerwald, Mellau.
Natalie Läßer, certified sommelière, combines selected cheeses and wines in the wine cellar of the Sonne for sensory tasting at a high level.
Cost: EUR 28.00 per person.
Schwarzenberg Market & Vorarlberg Cheese Awards
Saturday, September 17, Schwarzenberg.
The best cheesemakers in the country are welcomed and honored with their specialties. Cheese lovers make their way to the Bregenzerwald to taste the finest cheeses and visit the market featuring regional crafts.
In-house exhibition & experience at the dairy
Friday, October 7th, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Alpine Cheese Dairy, Bezau.
Cheese production can be observed from the visitor walkway or explored with an expert guide. After the tour, visitors can taste hard and semi-hard cheeses. Delicious treats such as raclette bread are also available, along with activities for children. No registration is required.
Indulgence in the chalet
Culinary delights that come to your chalet
Want to indulge without leaving the comfort of your chalet? No problem – we'll bring the delicious food right to you. We'd love to treat your palate to traditional cheese fondue, Walser raclette, or a selection of regional dishes. All while you relax in the comfort of your chalet.
To ensure your autumn holiday in the mountains leaves nothing to be desired, our holiday fairy has put together individual packages – from active mountain autumn to relaxed chalet enjoyment.
