Mellau

#1542 among destinations in Austria

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Mellau, located in the picturesque Vorarlberg region of Austria, is a charming town known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. Situated in the heart of the Bregenz Forest, Mellau is surrounded by lush green meadows, rolling hills, and majestic mountains, making it a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

One of the main attractions in Mellau is the extensive network of hiking and biking trails that crisscross the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the pristine alpine landscapes, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. In the winter months, Mellau transforms into a winter wonderland, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding on the nearby slopes of the Bregenzerwald ski area.

For those seeking a more relaxed pace, Mellau's charming town center is filled with traditional Austrian architecture, cozy cafes, and local shops selling handmade crafts and souvenirs. Visitors can wander through the narrow cobblestone streets, admire the colorful flower-adorned balconies, and soak up the warm and welcoming atmosphere of this alpine village.

In addition to its natural beauty, Mellau is also known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional customs. Throughout the year, the town hosts a variety of festivals, events, and markets that celebrate local traditions, music, and cuisine. Visitors can experience authentic Austrian hospitality and immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture.

Alternative names: Population: 1.3 thous.Area: 15.66 mi²Coordinates: 47°21'2"N, 9°52'53"E

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Mellau – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Angelika Kauffmann Museum, Kanisfluh, Damülser Mittagsspitze, Rolls-Royce Museum.

4.8 miN
Specialty museum, Museum
Angelika Kauffmann Museum, Schwarzenberg
122 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.
2.5 miSE
Scenic peaks with trails and summit views
Kanisfluh
65 min walk • Kanisfluh is an imposing mountain located in the Bregenzerwald range in Vorarlberg, Austria, known for its distinctive, rugged profile that dominates the surrounding landscape. This majestic peak rises to an elevation of 2,044 meters and is a prominent feature in the...
2.8 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Damülser Mittagsspitze
71 min walk • Damülser Mittagsspitze is a 2,095 m high mountain in the Bregenz Forest Mountains in the Austrian state Vorarlberg. The normal route starts from the upper station of a chairlift at 1810 m and is UIAA grade I.
5.6 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Rolls-Royce Museum, Dornbirn
144 min walk • The Rolls-Royce Museum is a privately owned automobile museum in Dornbirn, Vorarlberg, Austria. Established in 1982, and officially opened to the public in 1999, it has been said to have the world's largest collection of Rolls-Royce cars.
4.9 miS
Winter sport, Ski area
Damüls-Mellau, Damüls
125 min walk • Damüls-Mellau is a ski area in Vorarlberg, Austria. It is most popular for its snow safety. In 2006, Damüls was awarded the honorary title 'snowiest village of the world'.
2.3 miN
Museum
Bregenz Forest Railway, Bezau
58 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.
5.3 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Staufensee
135 min walk • The Staufensee reservoir is an artificial reservoir and short-term storage reservoir with a usable capacity of about 120,000 to 130,000 m³. This corresponds approximately to the mean water discharge of the Ebniter Ache on one day.
3.3 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mörzelspitze
85 min walk • The Mörzelspitze is a 1,830-meter-high mountain in the Bregenzerwald Mountains, located on the municipal border between the two Austrian municipalities of Dornbirn and Mellau in the Bregenzerwald.
4.4 miN
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.
4.4 miN
Memorial
War Memorial, Andelsbuch
113 min walk • The Andelsbuch war memorial stands on the main square in front of the main entrance to the parish church in the Bregenzerwald community of Andelsbuch. It is listed as a historical monument.
3.9 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Sünser Spitze
101 min walk • Sünser Spitze - a peak in the Bregen Forest, Eastern Alps band. It lies in Austria, in the union country of Vorarlberg.