Experience unforgettable family moments during your summer vacation in the Bregenzerwald. Around the Hotel Löwen in Lingenau, child-friendly hikes, exciting themed trails, outdoor pools, and a variety of leisure activities await explorers of all ages.
The Eichhörnchenweg (Squirrel Trail) in Lingenau is a lovingly designed themed trail for families. On this approximately 2-kilometer circular trail, children can playfully discover the forest's wildlife at exciting stations along the way. The trail is mostly flat, easily accessible with strollers, and offers many opportunities to stop and rest. At the end, there is a beautiful playground with picnic facilities.
The Lausbubenweg is a varied circular trail that teaches children about the nature and history of the Bregenzerwald in a playful way. Along the approximately 4 kilometers of this family-friendly themed trail, children learn about the "Lausbuben" (rascals) of the Bregenzerwald and discover exciting facts about the lives of previous generations. Interactive stations, wooden figures, and adventure areas make the trail a real adventure for families. The starting point in Langenegg is only about a 10-minute drive from the Hotel Löwen in Lingenau.
The Skywalk Allgäu, just 30 minutes from Lingenau, is a special destination for families. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the Alps and Lake Constance from the 540-meter-long treetop walkway. The barrier-free path is ideal for strollers. In addition to the trail, an adventure playground, barefoot path, petting zoo, and a restaurant with a picnic lawn ensure an eventful day in nature.
Just a 10-minute drive from Hotel Löwen in Lingenau is the "be-greifen" adventure farm in Egg – a destination that brings agriculture to life for children. Here, families can experience farm life up close: children can help feed the animals, milk the cows, and work in the barn, learning in a playful way where milk, cheese, and other foods come from. At the end of the visit, all visitors can sample the fresh farm products.
The Doppelmayr Zoo in Wolfurt offers families an idyllic opportunity to experience native and exotic animals in a peaceful atmosphere. In addition to alpacas, goats, sheep, ponies, donkeys, and rabbits, there are also chickens and other small animals to discover. Children can learn a lot about the animals' way of life in a playful way. Admission is free. The zoo is about a 20-minute drive from the Hotel Löwen in Lingenau.
In the vicinity of the Hotel Löwen in Lingenau, several outdoor pools with children's pools, sunbathing lawns, playgrounds, and slides invite the whole family to enjoy refreshing swimming fun. We particularly recommend:
On rainy days, there are numerous indoor activities on offer in the Bregenzerwald. At the K1 climbing hall in Dornbirn, over 2,000 m² of climbing fun awaits beginners and professionals alike. A ride on the Wälderbähnle railway between Bezau and Schwarzenberg offers a nostalgic flair and is ideal for families with children. In the indoor play park in Damüls, the little ones can really let off steam jumping and climbing.
Family-friendly bike tours in the Bregenzerwald lead through impressive landscapes and offer fun for young and old alike. One example is the round trip from Lingenau via Egg to Andelsbuch. The bike tour runs through meadows and forests and offers cozy places to stop for refreshments as well as magnificent views of the surrounding mountains. For experienced families with older children, the Brandnertal Bike Park offers easy flow trails and safe descents with lots of fun and action. If your children prefer to practice in a playful way, you will find small practice courses in Mellau and Andelsbuch that are ideal for training balance and riding technique.
The summer toboggan runs in Oberstaufen and at Großer Alpsee near Immenstadt offer varied fun for young and old alike. In Oberstaufen, an approximately 850-meter-long run with curves, waves, and small jumps awaits you, ensuring exciting but safe descents. The Alpsee Coaster is Germany's longest year-round toboggan run, with a 2,800-meter-long track and magnificent panoramic views of the Allgäu mountains. Both toboggan runs are about 30 minutes by car from the Hotel Löwen in Lingenau.
Exciting outdoor adventures await the whole family around Lingenau. At the Egg climbing forest, children and adults can test their skills together on various courses and climbing elements. Families can experience nature, concentration, and fun at the same time with archery on a 3D course. A special highlight is the Aqua high ropes course, which combines adventure between water and treetops with flying foxes, rope bridges, and lots of action.
At Hotel Löwen in Lingenau, families will find spacious family rooms with plenty of room to spend time together. The hotel is the perfect starting point for your summer vacation with children in the Bregenzerwald. Book your stay directly online now or send us a non-binding inquiry.
