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Bregenz - Historic Guided walking tour

1. Bregenz - Historic Guided walking tour

Start your tour by visiting the Church of St. Gallus. Built in a blend of Gothic, Baroque and Rococo architectural styles, the construction of the church dates back to 1380. A few meters away from here is the Thalbach monastery which dates back to 1436 and became a monastery in 1575. It houses wooden sculptures of Saints. Walk by the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall). Constructed from timber, it is one of the most impressive buildings of Bregenz which dates back to the 17th century. Michael Kunz designed this building in 1662. Political decisions used to be made here up until the 19th century. Learn about Guta, the old woman who saved the people of Bregenz from an attack by secretly overhearing the Appenzell people in 1406. You will get to see the Ehre-Guta-Platz which is named in her honor. Admire the St. Martin’s Tower which is built in baroque style. It is the tallest landmark in Bregenz which offers beautiful views of the city. Here, you will also see the Saint Martin’s Chapel which dates back to 1362. Visit the Montfortbrunnen Fountain named after the poet and politician Hugo von Montfort. The bronze statue on the fountain was sculpted by Emil Gehrer. It depicts the poet playing the harp while sitting on one knee. Admire the architecture of a 3 story house on the street known as Kornmarktstrasse. It is designed in Baroque architectural style and features a sculpture of the Madonna. Finally, you will be astonished with the art in the Künstlerhaus which features international contemporary art in which meaningful exhibits are displayed and changed every month. It was originally known as Villa Gülich and then Palais Thurn und Taxis.

Oberstdorf/Kleinwalsertal - Tagesklettersteigkurs

2. Oberstdorf/Kleinwalsertal - Tagesklettersteigkurs

Klettersteigkurs + Walser-Klettersteig Im Klettergarten erhälst du eine Einführung in Materialkunde, Tritt- und Sicherungstechnik und darfst dieses neuerworbenen Können gleich an unseren Übungsklettersteigen, die wir im Klettergarten im Fels eingerichtet haben, ausprobieren. Mit der neu gesammelten Erfahrung starten wir mittags nach Riezlern und du fährst gegen Mittag mit der Kanzelwandbahn und durchsteigst mit deinem neuen Können den Walser Klettersteig bis zum Gipfel. Ein spannendes Erlebnis - immer begleitet von einem professionellen Bergführer.

From Zurich: Private 4 Countries in 1 Full-Day Tour

3. From Zurich: Private 4 Countries in 1 Full-Day Tour

Uncover the best of 4 countries in 1 day on this tour. After getting picked up from your hotel in Zurich, sit back and relax in the comfort of a private vehicle as you drive along Lake Zurich, Obersee and Walensee, admiring green hills and valleys along the way. Then, cross the border into Vaduz in Liechtenstein. Here, marvel at the emblem of the city, the imposing Vaduz Castle, then visit the famous post-office with its high-in-demand stamps. Next, continue to Bregenz in Western Austria, located on the shores of Lake Constance. Here, see sights such as Martins Tower, Lake Promenade and the famous Kunsthaus Kub. Afterward, proceed to the main sightseeing location in Southern Germany, Lindau, where you can admire majestic townhouses and breathtaking views. Later, continue to the German city of Meersburg, where you will drive over the bridge to reach the Swiss town of Stein am Rhein. Enjoy some free time to wander through the narrow streets of the city's fairytale-like Old Town and marvel at its preserved, half-timbered medieval houses with their extravagantly painted facades. After a full day's sightseeing, get dropped off back at your hotel in Zurich.

Bregenz: Magical Christmas Walking Tour

4. Bregenz: Magical Christmas Walking Tour

Get into the Christmas spirit by taking a walking tour through the beautiful and festive city of Bregenz. With a local guide, learn about a wide variety of Austrian traditions and customs, and see why the Bregenz Christmas celebration is famous throughout the world. Visit the city's most beautifully decorated sites and markets, and feel spellbound by the magical atmosphere in the streets during this special time of year. Experience Austria from a different perspective, filled with holiday lights and magic.

Surprise tour of Bregenz guided by a Local

5. Surprise tour of Bregenz guided by a Local

This experience is provided by an independent Local. You will be part of a small, 2 to 6 people group. Are you ready to join me for a surprise walk around Bregenz? From my many experiences and personal interactions in Bregenz, I have gathered a personal checklist of must-sees with my most memorable places. Don’t miss out on the chance to see Bregenz from a unique perspective and understand why I call this place my home! Create a deeper connection with the city, just like I have, and enjoy exclusive anecdotes, tips and tricks, and secret revelations of Bregenz. We will meet at the Martinsturm and from there, your authentic discovery of Bregenz will start! Who is a Local? A Local is someone who is passionate about sharing authentic experiences based on their interests. As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all over the world by giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

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The trip was so enjoyable, visiting interesting destination in three countries surrounding Switzerland in a just one day. The transportation and the host/driver was comfortable and very kind and helpful. He makes the journey a personal touch vacation trip. Me and my wife were very much enjoy it.

Snapshot visits in a few cities along a beautiful landscape. Not a lot of free time everywhere but driver was very flexible and accommodating based on weather. A bit pricey for the experience but we had a comfortable ride and pleasant driver.