Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal valley

Q: Why should you take a holiday in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal valley?

Hirschegg and the family hotel in Kleinwalsertal valley offer a great variety of leisure activities both in summer and in winter. Ski In Ski-Out to the Kleinwalsertal valley ski resort with 130 kilometres of pistes and 45 km of groomed trails guarantee a magical holiday in a unique winter wonderland. In summer, you can also take the endless nature adventure trail directly from the Alphotel family-friendly hotel. The use of the mountain lifts is free in summer - and 150 km of hiking trails at three altitudes as well as 8 designated mountain bike tours, a bike park and a large children's programme during the summer and autumn holidays create quality time for families with a great variety of activities.

Q: Which place in the Kleinwalsertal valley is the most beautiful?

Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal valley with the 4-star Alphotel family hotel is the most beautiful holiday destination because the holiday offer promises a dream holiday at all times of the year, especially for families with children. In addition to the access to the Kleinwalsertal valley ski area in winter with 130 kilometres of pistes, an extensive hiking trail network with 150 km of trails at three altitudes awaits you in summer. There are also many traditional events and events with a wealth of traditional treasures such as village festivals, square concerts, cultural evenings, alpine drift, ski exhibition, mountain show.

Q: How to reach Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal valley?

The 4-star Alphotel family hotel in Hirschegg can be reached from Germany by taking the A7 motorway junction Allgäu towards Oberstdorf and taking the motorway exit Waltenhofen towards Oberstdorf in the Kleinwalsertal valley and via Riezlern to Hirschegg. Coming from Switzerland and Austria, you continue via Lauterach and Dornbirn in Vorarlberg via Hittisau, Balderschwang, Fischen and Oberstdorf to the Kleinwalsertal valley and also via Riezlern to Hirschegg.

Q: How high is Hirschegg in Kleinwalsertal?

The village of Hirschegg in Kleinwalsertal lies at an altitude of approx. 1,250 metres above sea level. The village is a bit of a curiosity as it belongs to the Austrian state of Vorarlberg, but can only be reached from Germany. The special location in the middle of the Allgäu Alps ensures snow-sure winters from December to April and pleasant summer months. There are plenty of activities and excursion destinations for winter holidaymakers, hiking enthusiasts, families and action lovers, making Hirschegg in Kleinwalsertal one of the special insider tips for a varied and special holiday in Austria.

Q: What sights are there to discover in Hirschegg?

Directly in the village of Hirschegg, you can take a leisurely stroll with your family from the listed village fountain to the former sacristan's house and school, the Mariahilf chapel in Leitdobel and the Leitdobel bridge. The Breitachklamm gorge, which runs between Kleinwalsertal and Tiefenbach, is particularly suitable for family excursions. The Breitachklamm is the deepest rock gorge in Central Europe, making it one of the most interesting sights in Hirschegg in Kleinwalsertal. Various waterfalls in Kleinwalsertal and the Protestant cross church "Am Berg" offer great photo opportunities. The ski museum and the 1122 mountain exhibition in the Walserhaus in Hirschegg are open all year round. Look forward to a varied holiday with many excursion destinations in and around Hirschegg in Kleinwalsertal.

Our family-friendly hotel in Hirschegg at the Kleinwalsertal valley in Vorarlberg is located on the northern edge of the Alps in Austria. At an altitude of about 1250 m awaits you marvellous nature. From spring to autumn you can watch it change its bright colours. In winter, the landscape transforms into a snow-covered paradise, offering ideal conditions for winter sports and cozy family moments.

Winter holidays in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal valley

Perfect location for a family holiday: Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal valley

Winter in the Kleinwalsertal valley with snow guarantee from December to April and the perfect surroundings for an exceptional holiday in the family ski area. From the hotel, it is only a short walk to the main hiking trails of the Kleinwalsertal valley, which can be mostly used in summer and winter. With our total of 48 mountain lifts and chairlifts we can take you up quickly and comfortably to unimagined heights and beautiful peaks. The Walser bus will take you to your destinations within the Kleinwalsertal valley free of charge. The Alphotel family hotel in Kleinwalsertal offers everything families need. Enjoy your skiing holiday with the kids right by the piste in Austria.

Holidays with the family in winter in the Kleinwalsertal valley

With 130 challenging kilometres of pistes, the 2-country Kleinwalsertal ski resort scores big points. In addition, there are exciting deep snow pistes and three snow parks: Crystal Ground, Wood Ground and Almdudler Fellhornpark.
48 mountain lifts and chairlifts can be used with a single ski pass. So, nothing stands in the way of an exciting day on the pistes. We will be happy to inform you about the current prices of the various tickets.

As an alternative programme for non-skiers, snowboarders or freeriders, we suggest a snowshoe hike or cross-country skiing in the pristine Alpine world. There are many ways to end a strenuous day in the snow: romantically as a couple or with the whole family, with a horse-drawn sleigh ride, adventurously with a dog-sleigh ride or a fast-paced toboggan run.

Winter holidays in the Kleinwalsertal valley

Schlittenfahren mit der Familie in Hirschegg

Winter offers

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In summer in Hirschegg in the Kleinwalsertal

Experience the natural mountain world

Vorarlberg is the westernmost state of Austria. It enchants with its wide valleys, mighty mountain peaks, lush green Alpine meadows and glossy blue waters.

Vorarlberg is known for its warm hospitality and diverse culinary delights, from cuisine traditionnelle to grande cuisine. Especially the Kleinwalsertal valley is the perfect place for your family holiday in Vorarlberg. It offers something for everyone: inspiring leisure activities, lived traditions, a lively art scene and vibrant cultural centres, enabling you to expand your horizons. Both in summer and in winter. Learn more about our Kleinwalsertal valley with its great variety of activities.

Kleinwalsertal valley Hirschegg Vorarlberg

Family holidays in summer in the Kleinwalsertal valley

At our Alphotel children's and family hotel you can enjoy summer to the fullest. Whether you are in our hotel area or visiting the sights in the valley, the calming atmosphere of the mountains works wonders.

As a family excursion, a visit to the Breitachklamm gorge is highly recommended. Millions of litres of water make their way through the impressive gorge in the summer, captivating everybody with its idyllic beauty. The icing on the cake would be to visit this natural work of art on an evening torchlight hike.
When climbing the Walmendingerhorn, Ifen and Kanzelwand, summiteers have many opportunities to enjoy their hobby while having a wonderful view. Here, hiking in the Kleinwalsertal valley becomes a highlight. During your hikes, the Kleinwalsertal mountain lifts are at your disposal in the hiking area, enabling you to reach your hiking trails.
Other interesting excursion destinations and ideas for the perfect holiday are, for example, for the brave a mountain bike tour in the Kleinwalsertal valley with one of our new mountain bikes, a climbing tour in the high ropes park Bärenfalle or a ride on the Alpin Coaster toboggan run.
On days when it is too hot for sports activities without cooling down, family rafting or a visit to the water ski lift in Blaichach is the perfect pastime for the whole family.
Peace and harmony can be found on the Walser Omgang paths an trails. Go ahead and start your search of liberation and self-determination. Let yourself be enchanted by the 8 paths with different characteristics.