Region
White stallions, ancient wood

Vorarlberg: Alpine Peaks, Lipizzaner Studs, and Living Architectural Heritage

Lipizzaner heartland
Equestrian life
Every year, around 400,000 people visit the Riding School and its studs
Equestrian life
Since 2015
Climate
Vorarlberg is well-known for its mountainous landscape which tourists enjoy all
History and art
These examples are characterized by a functional mix, spatial versatility
Horse culture
Every year, around 400,000 people visit the Riding School and its studs
Horse culture
Since 2015
Riding sport
Every year, around 400,000 people visit the Riding School and its studs
Riding sport
Since 2015

What defines riding in Vorarlberg?

Vorarlberg's mountainous landscape draws visitors year-round, from rugged peaks to verdant Alpine valleys. The federal riding school and its Lipizzaner studs welcome around 400,000 visitors annually, offering a rare encounter with classical horsemanship. Since 2015, this tradition has held UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status. Historic farmhouses, the Bregenzerwälderhaus, Montafonerhaus, Rheintalhaus, and Walserhaus, built from stone and wood to designs dating to the 15th century, give the region its unmistakable character.

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Riding climate in Vorarlberg, with this rider weather you can expect:

186Great riding days· 263 rideable days

Mostly spring to autumn.

Fair riding climateCold wintersBest months: May–Oct
  • Hard winters with frequent frost and snow limit riding for long stretches.

5-year ERA5 climate normals, via Open-Meteo

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