The Vorarlberg region is located at the westernmost point of Austria. It borders Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and Germany. The region also borders Lake Constance, which is well known to many. It is a popular ski destination, which makes it very suitable for hiking in the summer as well. The Vorarlberg region is sometimes forgotten in the Austrian countryside, because Tyrol, Salzburgerland, and other larger regions dominate. But this region, located close to the Netherlands and Belgium, is perfect for a midweek or longer cycling trip. And if you\u2019re smart, you can also take in some of the surrounding regions as well. Why bother? Vorarlberg as a \u2018gateway to the alps\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Best for this type of bike: Race bike \u2013 Gravel bike \u2013 MTB<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What adventure would you like to plan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are considering a cycling adventure in Vorarlberg, there are many beautiful options and routes to choose from. You can choose from various starting points. Of course, Landal Brandnertal (where we were in spring 2025) but also in Mellau, Bludenz, Bregenz or, for example, the beautiful AlpenHotel Montafon located on the Silvretta strasse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vorarlberg is very accessible by all kinds of means of transport. We\u2019ve put together a few handy options for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Bregenzerwald is increasingly developing into the top cycling destination in Vorarlberg. It is one of the most beautiful places to go gravel biking. The \u2018intothewold\u2019 event, among others, brings you the most beautiful gravel routes. There is plenty to do around Mellau. Most of the villages in the Bregenzerwald are located in the valley and therefore form the perfect base for the surrounding area. The Mellental valley is beautiful to cycle in and further in the forest you can find, among others, the climb to the Stogger Sattel with beautiful views of the surrounding area. The climb to Kaltenbrunnen is also worth doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the mountain bikers, the climb to Hochtannstrasse is a real treat. If you go a little further, you\u2019ll reach the posh Lech am Arlberg, where the royal family likes to go skiing. You\u2019ll also find beautiful routes north of Mellau, with trails that you\u2019ll want to return to time and again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Silvretta Hochalpenstrasse is a well-known or even notorious long climb. It is one with a series of hairpin bends that are super photogenic. That alone is reason enough to go there. But the rest of the area, including the Biehlerhohe and the Brandnertal, are also worth considering. In the Brandnertal you will find beautiful gravel routes, but the climb through the Brandnertal to the parking lot from Bludenz is a delight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vorarlberg is small but diverse. These are good starting points:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ever wanted to cycle in the Pyrenees? Thanks to the iconic passes and beautiful scenery, this is a great cycling destination.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":18977,"parent":27718,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"thema":[],"gebergte":[863],"uitgelicht":[],"class_list":["post-27747","bestemming","type-bestemming","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","gebergte-alpen"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n