Hohenems, a region in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg, is characterized by its diverse landscape, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. Situated with the Rhine valley to the west and mountains to the east, the area features prominent natural elements like the Schlossberg mountain, the Rhine River, and extensive forests covering approximately 42% of its area. This geographical composition provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
152
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.9
(23)
79
hikers
2.58km
00:59
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(209)
911
hikers
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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918
hikers
7.57km
02:28
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
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607
hikers
10.5km
03:40
550m
550m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
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811
riders
44.9km
04:05
1,130m
1,130m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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117
riders
30.4km
03:04
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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467
riders
43.9km
03:50
1,020m
1,020m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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90
riders
47.7km
03:53
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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386
riders
43.8km
04:01
1,080m
1,080m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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294
riders
29.7km
01:42
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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181
riders
41.4km
02:20
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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155
riders
15.8km
00:54
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(1)
240
riders
149km
07:43
2,640m
2,640m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.9
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303
riders
47.1km
02:28
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
12.5km
00:28
30m
30m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
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102
riders
45.0km
01:47
150m
140m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.0
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50
runners
5.57km
00:34
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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30
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
runners
5.93km
00:46
190m
190m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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16
hikers
16.7km
07:38
1,230m
1,230m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

26
hikers
6.04km
02:07
270m
270m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
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15
hikers
4.96km
02:11
240m
250m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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20
hikers
5.06km
02:49
510m
510m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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18
riders
35.7km
02:51
1,100m
1,100m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
riders
28.3km
02:28
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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29
riders
67.2km
03:37
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
35.0km
02:22
740m
740m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Hohenems offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 300 routes, with an average rating of 4.62 stars from over 102,000 visitors.
Popular hiking trails include the ascent to the Alt-Ems castle ruins on Schlossberg mountain, offering views of the Rhine Valley. The Rappenloch Gorge and Alploch Gorge also provide scenic walking opportunities. For more options, explore the Hiking around Hohenems guide.
Hohenems provides a range of mountain biking trails suitable for various skill levels. Notable trails include the Gsohl Trail, Schützweg, Grüner Welt Wiener, Schuttannen-Reute, and Glopper Royale. The MTB Trails around Hohenems guide offers detailed information.
The region features extensive cycle paths, including an asphalted route along the Rhine River that offers views of the Alps. This path can lead towards Vaduz in Liechtenstein. For more routes, consult the Cycling around Hohenems and Road Cycling Routes around Hohenems guides.
Hohenems offers routes suitable for beginners and families. Specific guides are available for Easy hikes around Hohenems and Family-friendly hikes around Hohenems. These resources help in finding less strenuous options.
Key natural features include the Schlossberg mountain, home to the Alt-Ems castle ruins, and the impressive Rappenloch Gorge and Alploch Gorge. The Hohe Kugel provides 360-degree views of the mountains, Rhine Valley, and Lake Constance. The Rhine Valley itself offers consistent scenic views.
Spring and autumn are considered ideal for hiking and mountain biking in Hohenems due to pleasant temperatures and vibrant natural colors. These seasons offer favorable conditions for exploring the region's trails.
Hohenems offers hiking routes accessible via public transport. A dedicated guide, Hikes from bus stations around Hohenems, provides information on trails starting from bus stops.
Komoot offers several guides for Hohenems, including Hiking around Hohenems, MTB Trails around Hohenems, and Cycling around Hohenems. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, road cycling, running, and mountain hikes.
The official website for Hohenems is www.hohenems.at. For tourism-specific inquiries, the Stadtmarketing Hohenems GmbH website is www.hohenems.travel.
Schlossberg mountain, a prominent feature in Hohenems, has an elevation of 2,428 feet (740 meters). It provides a distinctive backdrop to the town center and hosts the Alt-Ems castle ruins.
Hohenems features the Löwenzähne (Lion's Teeth) rock-climbing area in the mountain region. This area offers walls up to 500 feet (150 meters) and level 10 climbs, catering to climbing enthusiasts.

