Visit the cultural and scenic city of Dornbirn
Dornbirn is the largest city in Voralberg, the westernmost province of
Austria, which due to its locations has always been a cultural and scenically diverse corner bordering Austria, the principality of Liechtenstein,
Switzerland and
Germany that attracts many tourists.
Be enchanted by the view while driving your rental car.
Head to the Spielboden for great entertainment!
The town has a thriving textile industry and has developed to a special location for theater and modern architecture because of its citizens that love culture. For visitors this special mixture is very interesting, a lively arts scene, which in its timeliness and creative force can measure up with cities like London or Berlin and next to that a small town, cozy atmosphere with half-timbered houses, weekly markets and citizens with whom one quickly comes into conversation with. Next to many galleries which display contemporary art, you should definitely visit the
Spielboden Dornbirn. The theater there is something special. Another highlight is the Inatura, a modern interactive building with an underwater theater, 3D time travel and possibilities to observe the plants – here a visit to the museum becomes an adventure. Be an independent traveler thanks to your rental car.
The historical sites of Dornbirn
However, there are also very pretty and well preserved multi-story half-timbered houses in Dornbirn that are protected as historical sites of interest. Worth seeing is the city church
St. Martin from the 19th century in the pedestrian zone of the inner city. Right next door is the "Red House" from the 17th Century. "Red" because it previously was painted with ox blood. Car enthusiasts will find in an old weaving mill the Rolls - Royce Museum which has many beautiful exhibitions. Those that want to can go on a short tour of the city with their own chauffeur. Get your rental car to experience memorable vacation.
Exploring the outdoors with a rental car
Those that want to see the beautiful areas surrounding Dornbirn should get their own rental car, because you are then free and can easily travel the modern streets. Especially active vacationers will find the area interesting. In the winter it is an excellent ski area with possibilities for skiing, cross country or snowboarding. In the summer the landscape turns into a tourist destination with many possibilities for sports, such as fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and of course mountain climbing for all skill groups. Drive with your car rental and discover the landscape.
Just north of Dornbirn you will come across the enchanting Lake Constance town of Bregenz on the Austrian side and Lindau on the German side. In Bregenz you should not miss the Bregenzer Festival which takes place in July. International stars come here to this music and theater festival to show what they got on this unique water stage. In Bregenz it is worth seeing the world famous KUB, the Kunsthaus Bregenz, a building that was designed by the famous architect Peter Zumthor. With your car rental, enjoy your freedom.
After so much in the way of culture and when you are already at Lake Constance, then you have to try in Bregenz or Lindau the famous lake whitefish. It is a delicious fish dish that is either fried or smoked. Round everything off with a good Pinot Blanc and the entire meal is perfect. Whoever is hungry after that should taste the cheese from the nearby Bregenzer Forest. Here you can pet the cows that are responsible for putting the cheese on the table.
The area around Dornbirn and Voralberg in general take care of body and soul and you are guaranteed a refreshing vacation. Book your car rental and discover the area.
