Schruns, Market municipality in Bludenz District, Austria.
Description
Schruns is a market municipality in Bludenz District situated at about 700 meters elevation in an Alpine valley. The town centers around a main street with shops, inns, and homes, surrounded by mountain slopes on both sides.
History
The settlement developed in the valley and eventually gained the status of a market municipality in the early modern period. By the 20th century, it had grown into an established economic center within the region.
Culture
The town serves as a gathering place where local traditions and everyday life intertwine. Seasonal celebrations and community events here reflect the values and heritage of the Vorarlberg Alpine region.
Practical
The municipality is accessible by public transportation from neighboring towns and serves as a hub for commuters and visitors heading to surrounding areas. Spring through early autumn offers the best conditions for exploring, with pleasant weather and open routes.
Did you know?
The valley offers varied activities throughout the year: winter brings skiing and snow sports, while summer reveals extensive hiking trails at different elevations. This seasonal flexibility makes the place appealing year-round rather than for specialists only.
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Hochjoch
5.3 km
Pfarrkirche St. Jodok
32 m
Montafoner Schanzenzentrum
1.5 km
Kristbergbahn
4.9 km
Kreuzjoch
4.7 km
Kapuzinerkloster Gauenstein
1.3 km
Wohn- und Geschäftshaus
164 m
Pfarrkirche Unsere Liebe Frau Mariä Geburt
1.3 km
Kriegerdenkmal Silbertal
4.7 km
Pfarrkirche Silbertal
4.6 kmKraftwerk Gampadels
1.5 km
Montafoner Bergbaumuseum Silbertal
4.7 km
Heimatmuseum Schruns
65 m
Heimatschutzverein Montafon
841 m
Museum Bartholomäberg
1.7 km
Organo della chiesa parrocchiale di Bartholomaeberg
1.6 km
Litzkapelle
250 m
Sandrellhaus
1.4 km
Schruns Friedhof
250 mPaarhofanlage Haus am Hennakopf
1.6 km
Bitschweiler Marienkapelle
1.8 km
Bartholomäberg Kapelle Herishof
1.2 km
Haus Borger
264 m
Bartholomäberg Kapelle Plattaweg
1.6 km
Bartholomäberg Marienkapelle Panoramastraße
1.3 km
Vandans Kapelle Hl Apollonia
2.5 km
Schruns Friedhofkapelle
242 m
Holzbrücke Tschagguns
4 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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