Andelsbuch power station

The Andelsbuch power station is a hydroelectric facility that harnesses water from the Bregenzer Ach river to produce electricity, situated at roughly 562 meters elevation in the foothills. The installation uses a derivation system where water is channeled to drive turbines that generate power for the surrounding region.

The power station was constructed in 1908 as one of the early industrial projects that modernized Vorarlberg's economy. It has continuously supplied electricity to the region for more than a century, adapting to changing energy needs over time.

The facility takes its name from the village where it was built and represents how early industry transformed mountain communities. For the Vorarlberg region, it shows how people learned to use flowing water as a resource for progress and modern life.

The facility is located in Andelsbuch at Bühel 359 and can be visited with proper arrangement beforehand. The site sits in mountainous terrain, so sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing for changing weather are helpful.

The facility has been protected as a historical monument while continuing to operate and produce power today. This dual function as both a working plant and a preserved heritage site is unusual for industrial structures of its age.

Location: Andelsbuch

Elevation above the sea: 562 m

Address: Bühel 359

Website: https://illwerkevkw.at/kw-andelsbuch.htm

GPS coordinates: 47.40310,9.87694

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:26