Dornbirner First

Dornbirner First is an alpine subgroup within the Bregenz Forest Mountains, with Mörzelspitze standing as its highest summit. The formation stretches across ridges and slopes covered by forest and open pastures, creating a varied terrain.

This mountain area has been shaped since Habsburg times by Alpine farming, which transformed the landscape and shaped local communities. The seasonal use of higher elevations for grazing became central to how the region developed.

Local shepherds use the mountain pastures for seasonal cattle grazing, a practice that shapes how the landscape looks and feels throughout the year. This traditional Alpine farming remains deeply connected to how communities relate to the land.

Several marked hiking trails climb to the summit from different starting points around Vorarlberg, with routes ranging from easier to more demanding walks. Check local conditions before heading out, especially during the shoulder seasons when weather can change quickly on the mountain.

This mountain massif forms natural boundaries with neighboring alpine groups such as the Hochälpele-Weißenfluh group and Winterstaudenkamm. These borders become visible through distinct ridge lines and valley formations that separate the different ranges from nearby viewpoints.