Bregenz

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Medieval monuments, art galleries, jaw-dropping scenery and a superb summer music festival await in this exciting city in Austria’s westernmost corner.

Bregenz is the jewel in the crown of Austria’s affluent and mountainous Vorarlberg province. This 2,000-year-old city occupies a prime location on the banks of Lake Constance (Bodensee) and the Austrian Alps. Here, art, medieval history, opera and unbeatable views create a chic travel destination and popular summer retreat.

The easygoing streets of Bregenz’ Oberstadt (Upper Town) and Understadt (Lower Town) are great for exploring on foot. Start by admiring the medieval landmarks framing the cobblestone alleys of the once-walled Oberstadt. Most notable is the imposing Baroque-style St. Martin’s Tower. The Deuringschlösschen palace and Herz-Jesu-Kirche are other architecturally impressive highlights.

Discover a contemporary flair in the Understadt. At its heart is Kornmarktplatz, a square surrounded by bars, cafés and restaurants with outdoor terraces that are ideal for people-watching. Glimpse centuries of provincial history at the Vorarlberg Museum and browse exhibitions of modern art at the Kunsthaus. Attend comedies, musicals, plays and operas at Vorarlberg Landstheater.

Participate in a popular local pastime by enjoying lake and mountain views while strolling along Bregenz Promenade. Enhance your tan on a warm summer day and swim in the crystal clear water at the city beach, Strandbad Bregenz. Catch a boat to the pretty Lindau island village and Mainau island botanical garden, both located in Germany.

Ride the Pfänderbahn cable car to the summit of Pfänder mountain. Hike along marked trails, bike on rugged terrain, gaze over the countryside of three countries and spot up to 240 peaks. Winter snowfall turns the Pfänder area into an alpine resort for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing.

Bregenz is accessible via train from InnsbruckOpens in a new window, SalzburgOpens in a new window, ViennaOpens in a new window and ZurichOpens in a new window, Switzerland. Visit in summer for the Bregenz Festival, which puts on music events at an opera house and on a floating stage. Venture out of the city and enjoy a culinary journey on the Bregenzwald Cheese Trail, an association of alpine dairy farmers, cheesemakers, museums and restaurants.

Grand Hotel Bregenz - MGallery Collection
Grand Hotel Bregenz - MGallery Collection
4 out of 5
Platz Der Wiener Symphoniker 2, Bregenz, Vorarlberg
The price is ¥24,867 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥24,867
¥28,716 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bregenz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (706 reviews)
"There was a cockroach in the wall at the bed on the last day. Not what you expect from this kind of hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Grand Hotel Bregenz - MGallery Collection
Hotel Messmer
Hotel Messmer
4 out of 5
Kornmarktstrasse 16, Bregenz
The price is ¥24,825 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
¥24,825
¥28,670 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bregenz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (514 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel! Rooms were luxurious and so comfortable! Well appointed. Staff went above and beyond to help! Lovely breakfast! Excellent, beautiful location! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Hotel Messmer
Hotel Weisses Kreuz
Hotel Weisses Kreuz
3.5 out of 5
Römerstraße 5, Bregenz, Vorarlberg
The price is ¥52,250 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
¥52,250
¥58,831 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bregenz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, friendly staff, clean, modern, comfortable room. I was on the fifth floor ie the top floor and getting in and out of the shower was a bit tricky due to the slope of the roof and that the shower was positioned above the bath tub."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Hotel Weisses Kreuz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Master Suite with Balcony and ultimate vue
Master Suite with Balcony and ultimate vue
Bregenz
Stay at this apartment in Bregenz. Enjoy free WiFi and balconies. Popular attractions Arthouse Gallery and GWL Shopping Centre are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"The view was priceless."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Master Suite with Balcony and ultimate vue
Village by Maier - kontaktloser Check-in
Village by Maier - kontaktloser Check-in
3.5 out of 5
Maderspergerstraße 9, Hohenems, Vorarlberg
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Hohenems. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jewish Museum and Schubertiade are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
"Need to improve the cleaning of the kitchen"

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024

Village by Maier - kontaktloser Check-in
Business Hotel Maier
Business Hotel Maier
3.5 out of 5
Montfortstraße 6, Goetzis, Vorarlberg
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Goetzis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Alamannen Museumsdorf and Stoffels Saw-mill ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (97 reviews)
"Brand new place with great amenities"

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025

Business Hotel Maier
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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