The charming holiday resort of Fließ is located in the Kaunergrat Nature Park in Tyrol. Look forward to carefree days in the tri-border region of Austria-Switzerland-Italy. In the museum and at many other places, you will learn interesting facts about the mountain community on the 2,000-year-old Roman road Via Claudia Augusta.
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Landeck is known for its old town and many historical monuments. The landmark of the city is the castle of the same name, which sits atop a rocky hill south of the city. Worth seeing, though difficult to access, is the ruin of Schrofenstein Castle. In the city center, the loden fabric holds great cultural significance. It was produced in Landeck until the 1990s. Stroll through the picturesque alleys of the old town and indulge in local delicacies.
The castle was built in 1290 as an administrative seat and was located directly on the Roman road Via Claudia Augusta in a strategically favorable position. Count Meinhard II had the building expanded. The castle had its heyday under the rule of the Knights of Schrofenstein. The castle houses a local history museum where you can learn more about its eventful history. Children can go on a treasure hunt in the castle and discover mysterious treasure stones and old knights. Landeck Castle is now a cultural venue with numerous changing events.
The castle Schrofenstein, presumably built in the 12th century for defensive purposes, allowed for the monitoring of the entire Vinschgau's traffic routes due to its exposed location. From the 13th century, the castle was owned by the Schrofenstein family and increasingly fell into disrepair in the 19th century. Today, only the 12-meter-high keep remains of the fortress. From the ruins, visitors have a magnificent view of the Vinschgau and the surrounding forests. The castle cannot be visited as it is privately owned.
The Zammer Lochputz is a gorge that has been shaped by the natural force of water over millennia. Today, an adventure trail leads through the wild and romantic ravine. At the entrance to the Zammer Lochputz, there is a Kneipp facility. Impressive is the 30-meter-high waterfall of the Lötzbach. Where the rock wall is narrowest and steepest, there are stone images of a bull and a nymph. They are said to be two lovers united in death.
After the ascent with the Venetbahn into the Tyrolean Alps, the panoramic restaurant with a fantastic view of the mountain world and a variety of activities await you. Hikers find their happiness from alpine summit trails to the Glanderspitze to easy family hikes with magnificent views. In winter, 15 kilometers of slopes with the finest powder snow at over 1,200 meters above sea level attract visitors to the family-friendly ski area. Children are well taken care of in the ski school. A magic carpet, a platter lift, and a small playground ensure unclouded winter fun for the little ones.
The entrance gate to the Kaunergrat Nature Park is the nature park house, where you can receive information about the natural attractions and hiking trails and be culinarily pampered. The nature park is committed to accessibility, so many paths are also suitable for visitors with limited mobility. Embark on the Treppelweg, which leads you on larch wood walkways through the Piller Moor, a natural highlight of the Kaunergrat Nature Park. Another highlight is the glacier educational trail on the Kaunertal Glacier Path. On the sunny slopes of the park, you can admire around 1,100 species of butterflies.
The medieval Castle Bidenegg presents itself as a picturesque photo motif on a hill in Fließ. From here, you have a beautiful panoramic view. The keep, which dominates the town center, stands out with its distinctive swallowtail battlements. The complex is about 1,000 years old but owes its current form to a renovation in the 16th century.
The tiny Antonius Chapel on the hiking trail to Landeck rewards you with a charming view. At the whitewashed building from the 17th century, Fließ's Swabian children once said goodbye to their parents. Through the lattice gate, you can see the faces of Saint Anthony of Padua, kneeling before Mary with Christ and John as children.
About 12 km southeast of Fließ, the tree-lined Schnadiger Weiher slumbers amidst an idyllic landscape of alpine meadows with magnificent mountain panoramas. Each season gives it a new charm, making the trip always worthwhile. In summer, the reservoir used for irrigation at the foot of the Hohe Aifnerspitze invites you to swim.
About 20 km east of Fließ, a magnificent natural spectacle awaits you. Near the village of Jerzens, the Stuibenbach cascades 160 meters down. It owes its name to the rising spray. A wooden viewing platform offers you the most beautiful panorama of it. You can reach the waterfall via a well-developed hiking trail.
The small town of Landeck and surrounding Alpine communities like Fließ, Zams, and Grins form the holiday region TirolWest. Here on the Inn and framed by the Tyrolean Alps, you can spend an active vacation. Start your first vacation day with an exploration of the nearby region. A short hiking walk up to Biedenegg Castle offers you a beautiful view over Fließ, while Landeck Castle rises with a lovely view over the town of the same name. Those interested can visit the museum in the castle, which focuses on regional history. In the winter months, the vacation begins with a small snow hike and a first sledding session with the whole family. Afterwards, a stroll through Landeck is on the agenda. Especially around Malserstraße, there is always something happening with many shops, cafés, and restaurants. End the day with Tyrolean specialties like Kasspatzln and Kaspressknödeln or a sweet Kaiserschmarrn.
The second day is all about active nature experiences. Spring and summer entice hiking enthusiasts to the peaks of the adjacent Kaunergrat Nature Park. Theme trails like the tour to the natural monument Piller Moor near Fließ are appealing and entertaining for hiking tours with children. The small circular trail leads through the impressive high moor landscape via adventurous walkways. Those who wish can embark on a day stage of the 65 km long Tyrolean Castle Trail and hike around Pians, Grins, Stanz, and Zams to the castle ruins of Felsenburg Schrofenstein. In the winter months, it's out onto the slopes. The small but fine ski area Landeck / Zams / Fliess / Venetregion has about 20 kilometers of slopes. With their predominantly easy and medium difficulty levels, the slopes are well-suited for newcomers to skiing and snowboarding and for winter sports fun with children. Those who prefer it quieter can opt for a hike on the panoramic trail amidst the wintery snow-covered ski area.
On the third day of your vacation, you dedicate yourself to the cultural highlights of the TirolWest holiday region. At the Kaunergrat Nature Park House, you are in the right place to learn more about the mountain world and its flora and fauna with the whole family. The multimedia exhibition makes the visit an informative experience for children as well. For small and large history fans, a visit to the Archaeological Museum in Fließ is worthwhile. The focus is on ancient exhibits around the 2,000-year-old Roman road Via Claudia Augusta, which once passed directly by your holiday destination. With its ornate facade paintings and fresco medallions with biblical motifs from the 18th century, the museum building is already worth a look from the outside. After a day full of new impressions, pure bathing fun awaits guests on a summer vacation. Outdoor pools with a fantastic panoramic view of the peaks of the Tyrolean Alps can be found in Landau, Fließ, and Grins, among other places.