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Amusement Park Bichlbach
Large swimming lake with a sunbathing area, diving tower, and slide, along with mini-golf, tennis, beach volleyball, and a rafting facility.
Tyrolean Zugspitze Arena
Bichlbach, Heiterwang & Lähn-Wengle
At the entrance to the Zugspitze Arena holiday region, surrounded by the Lechtal Alps, you can fully enjoy your vacation. The Heiterwanger See and Berwang with the Berwanger Valley are just a stone's throw away.
Whether it's water sports on the lakes, hiking in pristine nature, family fun at the amusement park, or guaranteed snow trails in winter – these three locations offer a variety of activities throughout the year.
“Untouched nature, crystal-clear lakes, and vast trails – relaxation at the gateway to the Zugspitze Arena.”
History · Bichlbach, Lähn & Wengle
Gold panners, craftsmen, and an avalanche
1300first mentioned as 'Puechelpach'
1,079 melevation above sea level
approximately 770residents including Lähn and Wengle
Bichlbach was settled from the Allgäu region and was first mentioned in 1300 – the same year gold panning began in the stream. In 1552, Emperor Charles V stayed overnight in the village during his flight. When lead mining came to an end, many Bichlbach residents moved to Swabia as masons, plasterers, and carpenters; in 1694, they founded their own guild. The district of Lähn owes its name to an avalanche that destroyed the old hamlet of Mittewald in 1456.
The origin of the name: ‘Puechelpach’ means ‘stream surrounded by beeches’; Lähn is the dialect word for avalanche.
Source: Wikipedia – Bichlbach
- 1300First mention, beginning of gold panning
- 1423Bichlbach becomes its own parish
- 1456An avalanche destroys Mittewald – the hamlet is rebuilt as Lähn
- 1552Emperor Charles V stays overnight in Bichlbach during his flight
- 1694Foundation of the craftsmen's guild
- 1732Expansion into the Baroque guild church of St. Joseph – the only one in Austria
History · Heiterwang
By the lake and along the salt road
1288first mentioned
994 melevation above sea level
approximately 550residents
Heiterwang is first mentioned in 1288. The village was located along the route from Verona to Augsburg and the salt road from Hall to Bregenz – there was a horse changing station, inns, and from 1592 a post station. The fish-rich Heiterwanger See was initially owned by the Tyrolean princes and from 1312 by the Stams Abbey; Emperor Maximilian I particularly appreciated it.
The origin of the name: It derives from ‘Ayterwanch’ – a nettle meadow.
Source: Wikipedia – Heiterwang
- 1288First documented mention
- 1312The lake is transferred to Stams Abbey
- 1480–1490Construction of the church
- 1576Archduke Ferdinand II orders the construction of the prince's court for the fisherman
- 1592Post station on the salt road Hall–Bregenz
Summer in the region
Fairy Tale Park & Petting Zoo
The animal and play park in Bichlbach is a worthwhile destination – not just for children.
Water sports on the lake
Fishing, diving, surfing, swimming, and rowing at Heiterwanger See and Plansee – even small passenger ships operate.
Hiking
The local mountain Thaneller (2,341 m), the wild and romantic Pitzenbachtal, and the Hochalm will delight hikers.
Mountain biking
Numerous tours around Bichlbach and Lähn-Wengle navigate the beautiful mountain landscape.
Horseback riding
Equestrian enthusiasts will find plenty of riding stables and a carriage express in Heiterwang.
Winter in the region
100+ km
trails in the network
5 min
to the combination lift
6-seater + 8-seater
chairs & gondolas
Bichlbach-Berwang ski lift
Directly from the village center to the Almkopfbahn and into the expansive Bichlbach-Berwang ski lift.
Combination lift
Tyrol's first combination lift with 6-seater chairs and 8-seater gondolas – just 5 minutes by car in Bichlbach.
Cross-country ski trails
Over 100 km of sunny, snow-sure trails – the village trail in Heiterwang is even illuminated at night.
Ski school & rental
You will find ski rental, ski school, and ski service directly in the center of Bichlbach.
Sledding & ice
Sledding tracks, ice skating, and curling provide varied winter days.
Winter hiking & snowshoeing
Cleared winter hiking trails and snowshoe tours – especially atmospheric by moonlight.
Accommodation in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
