Lauterach: Nature, Culture and Recreation

Lauterach can be explored from different perspectives: natural areas and trails sit alongside contemporary art, agricultural history and recurring events. The Lauteracher Ried and Lake Jannersee offer different experiences of nature; the Rohnerhaus focuses on contemporary art, while the Schaudepot presents Lauterach’s agricultural history. If you’re looking for a hotel in Lauterach, these highlights can help you tailor your stay to your interests. The Moschtfäscht, youth club night and market days also offer useful reference points for planning your visit.

Nature and Trails in Lauterach

The Lauteracher Ried covers around 580 hectares and is a European protected area. In its core zone, only signposted paths may be used throughout the year. Follow the signs on your walk there; this rule applies in every season.

Lake Jannersee is a natural recreation area offering opportunities to swim, walk and relax. The nature experiences differ: in the Ried, the requirement to stay on marked paths in the core zone determines how you get around, while the activities mentioned above are the focus at Lake Jannersee. This comparison can help you choose between visiting the protected area and taking a break by the lake.

The Lauterach-Rieden riverside circular trail starts in Achpark in Lauterach and runs along the Bregenzerach. The named starting point and the connection to the river provide clear orientation for planning: the route starts in Achpark and follows the Bregenzerach. The sandbank on the Bregenzerach is a protected natural monument and adds another aspect of conservation to the area’s nature attractions.

Art and Agricultural History

The Rohnerhaus regularly presents exhibitions and events devoted to contemporary art. If you want to visit a particular exhibition, check the current program for your planned dates. At the Schaudepot, you can discover historical equipment and cultural artifacts from Lauterach’s farming past. The two venues have different focuses: the Rohnerhaus is devoted to contemporary art, while the Schaudepot explores the history of local agriculture.

Events and Market Days

The Bürgermusik Lauterach’s Moschtfäscht takes place annually; the 2026 edition includes the tapping of a barrel of Moscht. If the festival is a deciding factor for your trip, check the date of the edition in advance.

The youth club night is a regular gathering for young people aged 12 to 15 to listen to music and dance. Its target age group is clearly defined, and its focus differs from that of the Moschtfäscht. If you want to plan around a specific date, check the latest event details.

For a break on a market day, consider Café Vielfalt, run by Lebenshilfe Vorarlberg: in 2026, it is open all day on Lauterach market Thursdays and serves coffee, cake and savory snacks. Plan your visit to coincide with a Lauterach market day.

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