Holzgau: Suspension Bridge, Lüftlmalerei and Lechtal Experiences

Holzgau combines impressive landscapes with distinctive traces of the village’s history. The suspension bridge over the Höhenbach Gorge, historic façade paintings and trails leading to nature experiences give the village a multifaceted character. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in the Lechtal, these different impressions may play an important role in choosing your holiday destination.

Across the Suspension Bridge and Through the Höhenbach Gorge

The Holzgau suspension bridge spans the Höhenbach Gorge for a length of 200.5 metres and hangs more than 100 metres above the ground. Its dimensions alone make it a striking destination for an outing. The route from the village centre to the bridge runs along the western side of the Höhenbach valley, is slightly more than 1 km long and paved. This specific distance helps you plan your day without anticipating a particular walking time.

The bridge is also an important link on the popular Lechweg trail. Those who would like to combine their trip with a longer walking or hiking tour can therefore consider Holzgau as a starting point when planning their own stages. From Holzgau, the Simms Waterfall can also be reached directly after about one kilometre along the impressive Höhenbach Gorge. At the waterfall, a guided via ferrata tour with state-certified mountain guide Christian Fritz is offered; safety equipment is provided. You should take this specific offer into account when planning this tour.

Lüftlmalerei and History in the Village Landscape

Holzgau is worth visiting not only because of its landscape. Several houses feature precious Late Baroque façade paintings, known locally as Lüftlmalerei. These paintings can be viewed all year round, making a walk through the village a cultural discovery that is not tied to a specific event date. The frescoes point to the great prosperity of those seasonal workers and itinerant traders who amassed considerable wealth abroad.

The local heritage museum offers further insights. It is housed in an 18th-century farmhouse whose decoration was created using the fresco technique. A parish with an older church on the Kirchbühel is recorded in Holzgau for the year 1401. These references provide various ways of exploring the village’s history: You can visit the museum, admire the façade paintings or learn about the historical connections surrounding the Kirchbühel.

Active Days and Different Travel Plans

Holzgau also offers several starting points for varied day planning. The ski lift is located directly in the village centre. Holzgau also provides good access points to the extensive cross-country skiing trail network in the Lechtal. Those who prefer a quieter pace can use the Vitalweg trail and try wading in the water at three locations in natural streams. This allows sporting activities, nature observation and cultural discoveries to be combined, without every day of your trip having to look the same.

When looking for accommodation, the desired location in the village and the personal focus of your trip are therefore particularly important. A holiday apartment in Holzgau suits a plan in which you would like to consider the suspension bridge, the Höhenbach Gorge, the village landscape and other activities as different elements of your daily itinerary. When making your choice, check which location suits your own routes and excursions rather than assuming a uniform type of trip.

Discover More Destinations

For further travel planning, you can also view Weißenbach Am Lech, Jungholz, Plansee, Zöblen, Wängle, Pinswang, Elbigenalp and Breitenwang.

For the overarching travel overview: Reutte.