Activity programmes in Bregenz

The lake stretches as far as the eye can see, and mountains mark the horizon. Whether you’re looking for guides tours or sporty activities, Bregenz is both a cultural hotspot and an outdoor playground. With its Festspielhaus Bregenz, this lakeside city sits among the world’s best congress centres. For spending time as a team away from conferences, events or meetings, you won’t be short on ideas here between the Pfänder peak and the shores of Lake Constance.

At a glance:

• Congress centre, green events, various event locations
• Museums and workshops, theatre and concerts, culture and dance festivals
• Urban centre between forest, mountain and lake
• Hotel options including Hotel Schwärzler and Hotel Messmer

While in Bregenz, it would be amiss not to do at least one cultural excursion. Perhaps a guided city tour with or even a tour of the medieval old town with a guide in period costume? Along the way, you’ll come across all sorts of stories and sights. There’s even an option of a tour through the city‘s wine history – with a full-bodied finale or wine at Stadtheurigen Möth.

Those who prefer grand stages to narrow alleyways can visit the world’s largest floating stage and take a guided tour behind the scenes. And because Bregenz’s cultural hotspots are practically right next door to one another, it’s wholly possible to do more than one cultural outing: the vorarlberg museum, for example, is dedicated to the history of the region, and Kunsthaus Bregenz (KUB) is world-famous for its international contemporary art exhibitions. This could even be rounded off with a show at the Vorarlberger Landestheater next door, making this an ideal programme for teams keen on various perspectives.

Anyone holding a conference in Bregenz has the stunning backdrop of Lake Constance right on their doorstep - and can make the most of it for their activity programme. Instead of heading back to the hotel, why not head straight for the water? After all, the best way to experience the lake is with a dip or a boat trip. The group can even set sail with the Vorarlberg Lines Bodensee cruise fleet and create unforgettable memories on a round trip across three international borders. For an added festive atmosphere, there’s an option to experience the lake on a special event cruise with dinner and music.

For those looking for a bit of action, why not grab a bike and go on a guided E-Bike tour to discover the most beautiful spots along Lake Constance. And for the even more adventurous, this is the perfect place to try Stand Up Paddeling or even lakeside yoga.

Sometimes, all it takes is a stroll in the countryside to clear your head. Slowing down works particularly well when birdwatching in a 2,000-hectare nature reserve. Indeed, the Rhine Delta is considered a hotspot for birdwatching, home to around 330 different bird species. Amidst riparian forests, wet meadows and grasslands, reed beds and expansive sandy beaches, a simple walk can become a shared experience of nature.

From floodplain forests to urban woodland: for teams looking to recharge their batteries after a conference, excellent options are close by – such as forest bathing, walks and workouts in the woods. The Waldschule Bodensee offers a range of forest experiences to help you unwind.

Often, insights and changes of perspective often don’t take place in a meeting room but while out in nature. The Pfänder Panoramic Cable Car takes the team up to the 1,064-metre-high Pfänder summit in just six minutes. Those who want to get some exercise can walk up the whole way – provided they have sturdy footwear and are in good physical condition. Or how about taking the Cheese Trail, discovering local cheese makers along the way. The group will naturally come together again over refreshments at places such as the Berghaus Pfänder, Pfänderdohle or Gasthaus Moosegg.

For those looking to walk together and enjoy a chat along the way, the moderate hike to the Gebhardsberg mountain restaurant - from the Pfänder cable car station, via Fluh - is an excellent choice. This three-hour walk through forests and Rhine Valley scenery can then be rounded off with a wine tasting at the destination.