Elbigenalp can be discovered in many different ways: the Geierwally open-air stage hosts theatre and concerts connected with the Lech Valley, while the Wunderkammer brings together historical, natural history and regional objects. There are also striking churches and chapels, as well as the Geierwally Circular Trail. This lets you tailor your mix of culture, local history and activity to your interests.
Performing arts against a rock face and a regional collection
The Geierwally open-air stage is built into the striking rock faces of the Bernhardstal Gorge in Elbigenalp. Theatre performances and concerts connected with the Lech Valley are held there. These two forms of performance share the stage, while the rocky setting defines the venue. For ticket sales, the stage is associated with Lechtal Tourism, Dorf 46, 6652 Elbigenalp; check the details before your visit.
The Wunderkammer is located in the former Elbigenalp doctor’s house. From Johann Anton Falger’s collection, it displays copies of important historical documents, climate studies, anatomically precise drawings, geological finds and examples of traditional Lech Valley clothing. Documents, observations of nature, drawings and clothing give the collection a range of themes. Those interested in regional history will find not only historical documents here, but also examples of how nature and the human body were depicted.
Churches and chapels with their own historical details
The Roman Catholic parish church of St. Nicholas in Elbigenalp is a protected monument. The Pilgrimage Church of Christ on the Mount of Olives offers a different setting and historical period: it lies north of the village on a rocky outcrop and was built between 1670 and 1680. Its location and construction period distinguish it from the parish church.
The Martinskapelle (St. Martin’s Chapel) also has its own historical significance. It was built over an ossuary in the 15th century; the chapel contains 18 panels depicting the Dance of Death, dating from 1840. Its construction period, the former purpose of the space beneath it and the painted panels offer specific points of interest that set the chapel apart from the two churches. When choosing historic sites, you can weigh up the protected monument, the pilgrimage church and the Dance of Death depictions.
The Geierwally Circular Trail and the carving school
Elbigenalp is home to Austria’s only carving school. The Geierwally Circular Trail starts and ends at the paid car park in front of the school. The full circuit takes about three and a half hours. The start and end point, along with the approximate total duration, can help you plan the trail as one complete activity. Bear in mind that this is an estimate, not an exact duration in minutes; the circuit is therefore a different time commitment from a brief visit to a single cultural attraction.
A different focus at Gibler Alm
Gibler Alm has a spacious natural forest playground. Alongside performing arts, collection objects and historic buildings, a play area is another option to suit your interests.
Discover more travel destinations: Reutte, Hinterbichl, Ehrwald, WeiĂźenbach am Lech, Stockach/Bach, Tannheim, Haldensee, Ehenbichl.
Go to the main travel overview: Reutte.
