Journeys to architecture and the culture of wood

During the era of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, Andelsbuch power station, opened in 1908, was one of the biggest, most modern power stations of its time. Although Andelsbuch power station has been continuously renewed, renovated and extended over the decades, it still maintains its unique character.

Place: Andelsbuch
Meeting point: 10 a.m. at the power station
Date: every Thursday (except bank holidays) between May and September
Programme: guided tour
Price: free
Registration: not necessary

Information
www.andelsbuch.at

Sulzberg and the part of the village known as Thal to the north of the Bregenzerwald are home to several architectural gems: from the Empire-style church, designed by Alois Negrelli, planner of the Suez Canal, through to the “1740 Ichs” (1740 Mes) installation of hair locks which adorns the new village hall. Two new circular paths now lead you to 21 selected buildings and works of art, planned in the most part by renowned architects. As an accompaniment, the “Journeys to Architecture” brochure tells interesting stories: from the time the works originated, what was important to the owners and the architects, how sensitive historical works are preserved and how modern works can come into being. Guided tours with Mayor Helmut Blank are held on
certain dates in the summer.

Information
www.sulzberg.at

As a raw and building material wood has always played – and still plays – an essential role in the design of living spaces and daily functions in the Bregenzerwald. While wood had lost its significance during the course of industrialisation, today it is enjoying a renaissance. This is particularly true of the Bregenzerwald and Hittisau. Visitors can find out more about wood and the part it plays in the way of life in the Bregenzerwald during rambles and guided tours.

The following can be visited:

• Three wooden bridges, includingthe oldest bridge in Vorarlberg
  
• Three sawmills, from the listed ensemble through to the exportorientated large concern
• Workshops, including the only commercially operating master cooper for miles around
• Arts centre and fire station – wooden architecture
• A biomass power station which provides over 50 local properties with heat

Guided tours & Information
Hittisau Tourismus
T +43 (0)5513 6209-50
www.hittisau.at