Bludenz District

Bludenz District covers mountainous terrain in Vorarlberg and encompasses multiple municipalities with the town of Bludenz as its administrative center. The area combines river valleys with mountain landscapes, offering a mix of populated lowlands and alpine elevations.

The area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, as archaeological evidence shows, and developed continuously over thousands of years. Bludenz District took its current form during medieval times and has remained an administrative unit ever since.

The district keeps Austrian traditions alive through regular festivals and markets where residents gather and showcase local crafts. Visitors can taste regional specialties and see how people here weave customs into everyday life.

The region is well connected by roads and railway stations, making it easy to move between different places. Those exploring here will find reliable connections for getting around the various municipalities.

The area lies at a junction of different landscapes and connects the Ill River valley with the snow-capped peaks of two major mountain ranges. This geographic variety lets visitors experience completely different settings within a short distance.

Location: Vorarlberg

Capital city: Bludenz

Elevation above the sea: 566 m

Shares border with: Feldkirch District, Bregenz District, Landeck District, Reutte district

Website: http://vorarlberg.at/bhbludenz

GPS coordinates: 47.10000,9.90000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:26