Historic train

10.30 am

Tour with the historic steam train „Bregenzerwälderbähnle“ from Schwarzenberg to Bezau

A left over from the times of the k.u.k. monarchy Austria-Hungary…this train ist still driving today with the old traditional waggons . During the years 1902 – 1980 it was the connection from Bregenz to Bezau. 1985 a society was founded to keep up with this old tradition and now the train is driving between Schwarzenberg and Bezau….still with steam…along a picturesque landscape……lean back and relax

12.00 am

Take a rest at a local restaurant

36 restaurants of the Bregenzerwald bear the hallmark "Bregenzerwald cheese host ". We recommend a traditional and hearty menu – the „Kässpätzle“ with salad and desert. Or you request a menu suggestion.

14.30 pm

Visit of the beekeeping and show distillery of the Bentele family in Alberschwende with small tasting

The bentele family will say Welcome with a „Welcome Schnaps“ and will guide you through their beekeeping and show destillery. In the apiculture you will get an insight into the world of beekeeping and the production of very valuable honey. During the guided tour through the distillery, you will experience the history of noble brandies from mash to distillation. They will also introduce you to a various range of products: schnaps, liquer, massage products, homemade chocolates, cheese and sausages from the Bregenzerwald. A wide assortment of peasant products from the Bregenzerwald will surely convince the visitors.

15.00 pm

From whey to hand cream

Every day, the Metzler family processes the fresh milk from their cows and goats to a Bregenzerwald cheese delicacy.
The resulting whey, also called the "healing water of milk", is then processed into fresh whey body care products or whey drinks.