Lechweg - from the source to the fall (1st stage)
This easy long-distance hiking trail is the first section of the 125 km long Lechweg. The 14km long trail leads along the Lech past the Capricorn Monument, through the Lech Plant Garden and one of the last wild river landscapes in Europe to Zug and then on to Lech.
The first stage of the Lechweg starts at Austria's most beautiful place in 2015, the lake Formarinsee. From here you hike the first stage of the Lechweg. Along Alpe Formarin, past Gasthaus Älpele, you reach Zug and the fish pond. Now it goes along the Lechuferweg, past a Kneipp facility and barbecue sites back to the starting point of the hike in Lech.
Directions
From the Post Office starting point, take the hiking bus to Lake Formarin. At the terminus, a slightly sloping panorama leads along the southern goods route to Lake Formarin, where the Lech is one of the last wild river landscapes in Europe. The same way back to the bus stop and north on the road to Alpe Formarin. After the alp, a meadow path branches off to the right, which leads past the Capricorn Monument over the alpine meadows. At the next fork in the road, take the marked path to the left and follow the still young Lech south into the valley. About 9 km from the bus stop Formarinsee, you reach the Gasthaus Älpele. Ideal for a short rest. The stony Lechuferweg leads to the fishpond in Zug. From here you return to Lech via the "Lechuferweg" already described.
The path is not suitable for prams. On your way you will pass interesting rest areas, idyllic barbecue areas and cosy inns. This first stage ends in Lech. The second stage continues from Lech to Warth. If you enjoy the Lechweg, you can continue hiking as far as Füssen in Allgäu.
Suggestions
Special features: Further information on the long-distance hike is available at the Lech Zürs Tourist Office or at www.lechweg.com
Sights: The Formarinsee Lake – a natural mountain lake where fishing is also permitted. You can obtain a fishing permit at the Lech Zürs Tourist Office.
Possible stops: Gasthaus Älpele, restaurants in Zug and Lech am Arlberg.
Best time of year
Equipment
Good footwear (ankle high, profile sole), rain protection, Lech Card and bus timetable.
Safety information
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www.vorarlberg.travel/sicherheitstipps
Public transport
By train to Langen am Arlberg station or St. Anton am Arlberg. From there, buses (No. 750+760) run regularly to Lech Zürs am Arlberg.
Tour facts
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- Last updated
- 24.09.2024, 14:01:03