Bilgeri-Kaserne

The Bilgeri-Kaserne is a military complex along Reichsstrasse in Bregenz comprising multiple buildings in traditional Austrian military style. The site includes command facilities, living quarters, and various support areas for the units stationed there.

Established in 1863 during the Austro-Hungarian era, the complex originally served as headquarters for Infantry Regiment Number 59. Over time it has housed various military units and remains an important military installation for the region.

The barracks are named after a local mountaineer from Bregenz, reflecting the region's deep ties to military service and alpine traditions. This connection remains visible in how the site is organized and maintained.

The complex is located centrally on Reichsstrasse and is easily accessible by public transport. Access to the grounds is limited since it remains an active military installation.

The grounds contain a military swimming school built in 1825, making it one of the oldest such facilities in the German-speaking world. This historic structure reveals how systematically military training was developed in the early 1800s.

Location: Bregenz

Inception: 1863

Address: Reichsstraße 18

GPS coordinates: 47.50860,9.75194

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:22