Warth-Schröcken – right in the heart of it all, yet unique.

At an altitude of around 1,200 to 1,500 metres above sea level, the villages of Warth and Schröcken enjoy an exceptional alpine setting: nestled in the mountainous landscape of the Tannberg, on the edge of the Bregenzerwald and bordering the Arlberg.

This special location is far more than just a geographical feature. It shapes the character of the region, the landscape and the way of life of the people who have called this place home for centuries. Anyone visiting Warth-Schröcken will discover a place where different Alpine regions converge – shaped by nature, history and a living mountain culture.

Here, the unspoilt nature and cultural landscape of the Bregenzerwald meet the impressive mountain scenery of the Arlberg and the centuries-old history of the Tannberg. This interplay gives rise to a region with a character all of its own: tranquil and deeply rooted, yet at the same time open and connected to the Alpine world.

Anyone visiting Warth-Schröcken will repeatedly come across the names Bregenzerwald, Arlberg and Tannberg. Each of these names represents a distinct area and tells a part of the story of this special mountain region.

The Bregenzerwald refers to a vast region in the north of Vorarlberg. Characterised by a diverse cultural landscape, traditional crafts and a close connection between people and nature, it is one of the province’s most distinctive landscapes.

The villages of Warth and Schröcken hold a special position within this region. Although they are geographically not located in the actual valley area of the Bregenzerwald, they are historically and tourism-wise closely connected to the region and are part of the Bregenzerwald tourism destination.

Whilst many parts of the Bregenzerwald are characterised by rolling hills, mountain pastures and traditional agriculture, the area around Warth and Schröcken already reveals the high-alpine side of this region. And it is precisely this transition that gives the area its special charm: here, the cultural landscape and the mountain wilderness meet face to face.

Bordering directly on Warth-Schröcken lies the Arlberg, one of Austria’s best-known Alpine regions. The ‘Arlberg’ brand takes its name from the pass of the same name, which links the federal states of Tyrol and Vorarlberg. Today, the Arlberg is recognised worldwide as a symbol of Alpine quality, winter sports, nature experiences and living mountain traditions.

But long before the Arlberg became world-famous for winter sports, it was an important transit route between Vorarlberg and Tyrol. Paths across the mountains connected people, trade and cultures. This connection continues to shape the region to this day.

Through its link with the Ski Arlberg ski area, Warth-Schröcken forms part of this unique mountain world. At the same time, the two villages retain their own identity as established Walser mountain villages with a long history, authentic culture and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.

The Tannberg forms the historic heart of this region. The high-altitude landscape around Warth, Schröcken and Lech was settled by the Walser people in the Middle Ages.

Life in this mountainous world once demanded a great deal of knowledge, solidarity and adaptability from the people. This history is still palpable today – in the traditions, in the architecture and in the people’s deep connection to their homeland.
For the Walser people not only established new settlements in the mountains, but also brought with them a distinctive way of life. They were pioneers of the Alpine region: they made high-altitude areas permanently habitable and developed forms of agriculture adapted to the harsh conditions.

The Tannberg is therefore not merely a geographical name, but a part of the local identity: it tells the story of the villages’ development and of a distinctive way of life in the Alpine region.