Dornbirn, the largest city in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg, not only offers an impressive natural landscape and cultural highlights, but also a variety of excursion destinations that are easy to reach from the Hotel Krone. The Hotel Krone, centrally located and equipped with comfortable amenities, is the ideal starting point for your journey of discovery through Dornbirn and the surrounding area. In this blog post, we present five special excursion destinations that you should definitely visit during your stay at the Hotel Krone.
1. Karren - Dornbirn's local mountain
The Karren, Dornbirn's popular local mountain, is just a short drive or a pleasant bus ride away from the Hotel Krone. The Hotel Krone offers an excellent starting point to reach the Karren cable car, which takes you up to 976 meters in just a few minutes. From up there, you can enjoy a breathtaking panorama over the Rhine Valley, Lake Constance and the Swiss Alps.
For hiking enthusiasts, there are numerous trails that start directly from the Karren. A special tip is the circular hiking trail over the Karren and Staufenspitze peaks. After a strenuous hike, you can stop off at the panorama restaurant and enjoy the magnificent view over a good meal. A highlight is the Karren-Kante, an impressive viewing platform that offers spectacular views into the depths.
2. Rappenloch and Alploch gorge
Another natural wonder that is easy to reach from Hotel Krone is the Rappenloch and Alploch gorge. After a short drive, you will reach the starting point of the hike through the Rappenloch Gorge. The impressive gorges with their steep rock faces and the roaring waters of the Dornbirner Ach offer an unforgettable nature experience.
The hike leads over well-built wooden walkways and bridges and offers spectacular views time and again. The cool gorge is a welcome refreshment, especially on hot summer days. At the end of the hike, the idyllic Staufensee lake invites you to relax. A small café provides refreshments and offers the perfect opportunity to reflect on the day's experiences.
3. Rolls-Royce Museum
The Rolls-Royce Museum, an absolute highlight for technology and car enthusiasts, is just a few minutes away from Hotel Krone. The museum, which is housed in a former textile factory, is home to the world's largest collection of Rolls-Royce vehicles. Across three floors, visitors can trace the development of the Rolls-Royce brand from its beginnings to the present day.
The museum also offers guided tours, during which experts share interesting anecdotes and background information about the vehicles on display. A visit to the Rolls-Royce Museum is an exciting experience not just for car fans, but for the whole family. Thanks to the central location of the Hotel Krone, you can get there quickly and plan your excursion perfectly.
4. Inatura - Erlebnis Naturschau Dornbirn
Another highlight that you can easily reach from the Hotel Krone is the Inatura, an interactive natural history museum and adventure center. With over 3,000 square meters of exhibition space, Inatura offers a variety of interactive stations and exhibits that convey knowledge in a fun way. Inatura is a particularly exciting excursion destination for children, as they can try out and discover many things for themselves.
5. Dornbirn market square and town center
The charming town center of Dornbirn with its historic market square is just a short walk from Hotel Krone. The market square is the heart of the town and invites you to linger with its historic buildings, cozy cafés and restaurants. It is particularly lively on market days, which take place several times a week. Local traders offer fresh products from the region, from fruit and vegetables to cheese, meat and handmade specialties.
There are numerous stores, boutiques and galleries around the market square that invite you to browse and shop. The historic town hall and the baroque parish church of St. Martin are particularly worth seeing. The Dornbirn City Museum, which is also located in the city center, offers interesting insights into the history and culture of the city.
Conclusion
The Hotel Krone in Dornbirn is the ideal starting point for a variety of excursions in and around Dornbirn. Whether impressive nature experiences, exciting museums or cozy city flair - from here you can reach all the important sights quickly and easily. We hope that our five recommendations will give you inspiration for your next stay and wish you lots of fun exploring this beautiful region.
