Klösterle: Hiking, Nature and History

Klösterle offers a variety of starting points for planning a trip: trails through the landscape, cultural and historical themes, and seasonal activities at Sonnenkopf. If you are looking for a hotel in Klösterle, the activities you have planned can help you decide what to focus on during your stay. The options vary depending on the route and the season.

Trails and landscapes around Klösterle

Wäldletobel Gorge was made accessible via a footbridge in 1997. The Wäldletobel Trail above Klösterle am Arlberg brings 800 years of history to life and offers views of the Natura 2000 site “Klostertal Mountain Forests.” This trail brings together historical connections and views of the landscape. A circular hike in Klösterle am Arlberg also offers a detour to Nenzigast Waterfall. The year 1997 refers to the gorge being made accessible via the footbridge; the 800 years refer to the history brought to life along the trail.

The routes also offer different experiences: the panoramic circular trail runs from Klösterle to Danöfen and back, while the section of the Way of St. James in Klösterle am Arlberg begins there and leads through the Klostertal Valley to Bludenz. This means you can choose between a circular trail that returns to its starting point and a route section ending in Bludenz.

Cultural history and transport

Klösterle’s Johanniter heritage is linked to a monastery building founded in 1218. The Historical ArchiTour includes historic inns and other buildings closely connected with the history of transport. These two themes offer different ways to explore the past: the Johanniter heritage points to the monastery building, while the ArchiTour includes inns and other buildings connected with transport.

Seasonal activities at Sonnenkopf

The Sonnenkopf natural-snow ski area in Danöfen offers skiing, tobogganing, winter hiking and snowshoeing. Artificial snowmaking is not used at all; winter activities are seasonal. Bärenland at Sonnenkopf has a bear-themed playground, raft rides and bear caves. In the warmer months, Sonnenkopf offers raised bogs, scenic hiking trails and biking routes. The focus therefore varies considerably depending on when you travel: snow activities give way to nature and outdoor activities in the warmer season.

Visitor activities and practical planning

At the Kneipp and Relax Garden Alfenz in Klösterle am Arlberg, the visitor program includes a guided Kneipp experience in cool water. Check the schedule before you arrive so you can include this activity in your plans.

A wild game cooking course is scheduled for October 16 and 17, 2026, at the Wirtschaft Traube in Klösterle. Participants prepare autumnal game dishes step by step under expert guidance. If you would like to plan your stay around these dates, check availability in advance.

The “Klösterle Schulhaus” stop is served by Landbus L720. As transport details can change, check the timetable before travelling. The Klostertal Tourist Office provides information and tips for holidays throughout the Klostertal Valley.

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Go to the main travel overview: Bludenz.