Hittisau

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Nestled in the picturesque Vorarlberg region of Austria, Hittisau is a charming village that boasts stunning alpine scenery, traditional architecture, and a rich cultural heritage. This idyllic destination is perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Austrian Alps.

One of the highlights of Hittisau is the Bregenzerwald Cheese Road, where visitors can explore the art of cheese-making and sample a variety of delicious local cheeses. The road winds through the lush green meadows and rolling hills of the Bregenzerwald region, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

For those interested in outdoor activities, Hittisau provides ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and paragliding. The village is also home to the Women's Museum, which showcases the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. Additionally, Hittisau hosts a number of traditional festivals and events, providing visitors with a unique insight into the local culture and customs.

Architecture enthusiasts will appreciate the beautifully preserved buildings in Hittisau, which reflect the village's rich history. The Baroque-style parish church and the striking modern architecture of the Angelika Kauffmann Museum are must-see attractions for anyone interested in the region's artistic and cultural heritage.

Food lovers will delight in the local culinary offerings, with numerous traditional restaurants and cozy mountain huts serving up hearty Austrian fare. From hearty stews to freshly baked pastries, there is no shortage of delicious options to satisfy your appetite in Hittisau.

Alternative names: Population: 1.6 thous.Area: 18.02 mi²Coordinates: 47°27'33"N, 9°57'36"E

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Nearby attractions include: Angelika Kauffmann Museum, Egg Museum, Frauenmuseum Hittisau, Bregenz Forest Railway.

5.9 miSW
Specialty museum, Museum
Angelika Kauffmann Museum, Schwarzenberg
151 min walk • The Angelika Kauffmann Museum is a museum in Schwarzenberg, Vorarlberg dedicated to the life and works of the Swiss painter Angelica Kauffman. Although born in Chur in Switzerland, Angelica Kauffman had close ties to her father's home village of Schwarzenberg.
3.5 miSW
Museum
Egg Museum, Egg
91 min walk • The Egg Museum is a local history museum located in Egg in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg. It is the oldest regional museum in Vorarlberg. The museum was founded in 1904 and reopened again in 1988. The museum's collection is centred around the Bregenz Forest region, focussing on traditional Bregenz Forest garb.
~1140 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Frauenmuseum Hittisau, Bregenz
6 min walk • Hittisau Women's Museum is a museum in Hittisau, Austria, devoted to women. It was founded in 2000 and is the only museum of its kind in the country.
6.1 miSW
Museum
Bregenz Forest Railway, Bezau
157 min walk • The Bregenz Forest Railway, is an Austrian narrow gauge railway with a track gauge of 760 mm, the so-called Bosnian gauge. It runs through the state of Vorarlberg and from 1902 to 1983 linked Bregenz on Lake Constance with Bezau in the Bregenz Forest on a 35.33 kilometre long railway line.
2 miNW
Church
Pfarrkirche Krumbach, Krumbach
51 min walk • The Roman Catholic parish church of Krumbach stands in the center of the village north and west of the cemetery in the Bregenzerwald municipality of Krumbach in the district of Bregenz in Vorarlberg. The church is dedicated to St.
4.2 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Winterstaude
109 min walk • Winterstaude is a 1877-meter-high mountain in the Bregenzerwald region of Austria. It stands south of Hittisau in the municipality of Egg. The north side is partially accessible by mountain railroads, and a ski area operates there in winter.
5.1 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Brüggelekopf
131 min walk • The Brüggelekopf is a mountain 1182 m above sea level in the Bregenzerwald Mountains. It is the local mountain of the Bregenzerwald community of Alberschwende in the district of Bregenz in Vorarlberg.
3.6 miSW
47°25'54"N • 9°53'43"E
Pfarrkirche Egg, Egg
92 min walk • Church
4.4 miSW
Church
Pfarrkirche Andelsbuch, Andelsbuch
112 min walk • The Roman Catholic parish church of Andelsbuch stands detached next to the main street in the center of the Bregenzerwald community of Andelsbuch in the district of Bregenz in Vorarlberg.
2.4 miW
Church
Kapelle Heilige Anna auf dem Felde, Lingenau
62 min walk • The Chapel of St. Anne in the Field is a Roman Catholic chapel in the municipality of Lingenau in Vorarlberg. It is dedicated to St. Anne and is a protected monument.
2 miW
Church
Pfarrkirche Johannes der Täufer, Lingenau
51 min walk • The Roman Catholic parish church of Lingenau is located in the Bregenzerwald municipality of Lingenau in the district of Bregenz in Vorarlberg. It is dedicated to St. John the Baptist and belongs to the Vorderwald-Kleinwalsertal deanery in the...