The best family-friendly hikes and walks in Auwald

This impressive waterfall is clearly visible even from the road and attracts hikers and cyclists with its majestic sight. The path up only rises slightly, but we repeatedly stop to enjoy the magnificent view of the roaring water. I am surprised by the size of this natural wonder: with a drop of about 30 meters, the water plunges over several cascades a total of around 80 meters into the depths, down to the Schwarzbach power station at the foot of the mountain. Since 1955, this waterfall has been protected as a Vorarlberg natural monument, which underscores its special significance for the region. The source of the Montjolabach, which feeds the waterfall, is one of the most abundant drinking water sources in all of Vorarlberg. This interplay of natural power and sustainability makes the waterfall a fascinating excursion destination for nature lovers.

Gasthaus Sonne, Jagdbergstraße, Thüringerberg The Gasthaus Sonne in Thüringerberg has a long history, connected to the tradition of Vorarlberg inn culture. It is a part of this tradition, a piece of the past that must also be preserved for the future. Tradition and innovation do not exclude each other. The inn offers a combination of solid regional specialties and refined creations, the inviting ambiance of classic guest rooms and modern room furnishings, convivial Jass rounds and seminar guests, business travelers and those seeking relaxation. The inn is known for its excellent menu and the magnificent view of the surrounding landscape. Text / Source: Gasthaus Sonne, Jagdbergstraße 29, Thüringerberg https://www.sonne-gasthaus.at/ https://www.thueringerberg.at/Dorfleben/Gasthaus_Sonne

Church, St. Apostle Andrew, Thüringerberg The church was built in the years 1782 and 1783 due to lack of space, but the consecration did not take place until 1790. In 1786, Thüringerberg finally got its own pastor and the curacy was elevated to an independent parish in 1835. In 1864, the church received three new altars, which were replaced by a people's altar in 1960. The current altar has been in the church since 1990. The first organ was in 1805 and a new one was bought in 1860. Since 1994, the parish church has had a new organ again, which was largely financed by six organ godmothers. As the church was too small from the very beginning, it was enlarged in 1894. In 1959/60, the church was extended again and also modernized. The last renovation took place in 1989/90. Text / Source: Großes Walsertal Tourismus, Rathausgasse 5, Bludenz https://www.vorarlberg-alpenregion.at/walsertal/de/pfarrkirche-hl-apostel-andreas_vc3870

Montiola Weiher, Thüringen The Montjola-Weiher were created in 1837 for the use of water power for the textile industry in Thüringen. Besides that, the Montjola-Weiher have been a popular destination for excursions and a local recreation area. The Montjola-Weiher (also: Montjola-See or Montiola-Weiher, 686 m above sea level) are located on the Quadern high plateau in the municipality of Thüringen. The Montjola-Weiher were created in 1837 for the operation of the spinning and weaving mill founded by John Douglass and partners. In the 1980s, the ponds were dredged. In 2016, Montjola-Weiher II was renovated and redesigned for approximately 250,000 Euros[2] and the infrastructure was slightly expanded.[3][4] At the same time, a "Historical Experience and Educational Trail" was established, illustrating the long history of water power utilization for industry in Thüringen. A significant portion of the costs was funded through the LEADER action program of the European Union. In 2024, to relieve the ponds and as flood protection, an approximately 700-meter-long tunnel was laid using the Micromining method, which diverts the excess water of the Schwarzbach via the Schlosstobel into the Lutz. In spring 2025, the planting of the renatured pond took place with the participation of students from the Thüringen primary school. Text / Source: Austria-Forum https://austria-forum.org/af/AustriaWiki/Montjola-Weiher

Montiola Waterfall, Thüringen The Montjola waterfall has a main drop of about 30 m and is located at the northern end of the municipality of Thüringen. The total drop, over several stages down to the power station of the Schwarzbach power plant, is about 80 m. The waterfall has been designated as a "Vorarlberg Natural Monument" since 1955. Text / Source: wikipedia.org https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montjola-Wasserfall

Montiola Weiher, Thüringen The Montjola ponds were created in 1837 for the utilization of water power for the textile industry in Thüringen. In addition, the Montjola ponds have since been a popular destination for excursions and a local recreation area. The Montjola ponds (also: Montjola-See or Montiola-Weiher, 686 m above sea level) are located on the Quadern high plateau in the municipality of Thüringen. The Montjola ponds were created in 1837 for the operation of the spinning and weaving mill founded by John Douglass and partner. In the 1980s, the ponds were dredged. In 2016, Montjola pond II was renovated and redesigned for approximately 250,000 Euros[2], and the infrastructure was slightly expanded.[3][4] At the same time, a "Historical Experience and Educational Trail" was established, illustrating the long history of water power utilization for industry in Thüringen. A significant portion of the costs was funded through the European Union's LEADER action program. In 2024, a roughly 700-meter-long tunnel was laid using the micromining method to relieve the ponds and provide flood protection, diverting excess water from the Schwarzbach via the Schlosstobel into the Lutz. In the spring of 2025, planting of the renatured pond took place with the participation of students from the Thüringen elementary school. Text / Source: Austria-Forum https://austria-forum.org/af/AustriaWiki/Montjola-Weiher

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