Damüls, Municipal administration in Vorarlberg, Austria
Damüls is a small village in the Bregenz district of Vorarlberg, situated at about 1,400 meters elevation in the Alps. The settlement consists of scattered farms and the Church of St. Nicholas as its central structure, surrounded by meadows and forests.
Walser settlers established this village around 1300, creating a community high in the mountains. They formed alliances with the House of Montfort to secure protection and territorial rights.
The Church of St. Nicholas stands at the heart of the village with medieval frescoes from the 13th and 14th centuries adorning its interior. These paintings reflect how residents expressed their faith and artistic values across generations.
This village sits on a high plateau and is best explored on foot, as roads are narrow and winding. The best time to visit is from June through September, when paths are accessible and weather is stable.
This village holds the record for the highest snowfall measurements in Austria, tracked across many winters. This extreme snow makes it a rare phenomenon in the Alpine region.
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