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Welcome to Lingenau – Your Gateway to the Bregenzerwald Lingenau is a charming village nestled in the heart of the Bregenzerwald region in western Austria. Surrounded by lush green hills and picturesque alpine scenery, it offers the perfect setting for relaxation, inspiration, and connection with nature. Despite its tranquil atmosphere, Lingenau is easy to reach: a direct bus runs from Bregenz train station to Lingenau, making your journey simple and stress-free. From May 1st to October 31st, guests staying in the region can take advantage of the Bregenzerwald Guest Card. This card includes free public transportation from Bregenz to Lingenau and in the area – ideal for sustainable and comfortable travel. Lingenau is not only known for its natural beauty, but also for its hospitality and cultural richness. Whether you're here for a course, a retreat, or to explore the region, you'll find everything you need for a memorable stay. Experience the Bregenzerwald – A Natural Retreat in Every Season Nestled between lush alpine pastures and forested hills, the Bregenzerwald region is known for its gentle, rolling mountains, traditional wooden villages, and a harmonious balance of nature, culture, and craftsmanship. Whether you visit in summer or winter, the landscape invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the outdoors. Nature That Inspires The Bregenzerwald’s scenery is distinct – a peaceful mix of green hills, deep gorges, clear mountain streams, and wide meadows framed by the Alps. Its well-preserved cultural landscape is the result of centuries of sustainable farming and forest management. Walking here feels like stepping into a storybook – with cows grazing on flower-strewn fields and handcrafted wooden houses dotting the valleys. In every season, the Bregenzerwald offers more than just outdoor fun. You’ll experience warm hospitality, high-quality regional food, and a deep connection to place and tradition. Whether sipping herbal tea on a sun terrace, hiking to an alpine hut, or watching snow fall outside a wooden sauna – this is a place to slow down and feel at home in nature.
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The Bregenzerwald – A Natural Retreat for Mind, Body & Learning
As a participant in an EdEU course, you’re not only investing in your professional and personal growth – you’re entering a unique space of calm, clarity, and inspiration. The village of Lingenau, located in Austria’s Bregenzerwald region, is surrounded by lush forests, clean rivers, and fresh mountain air – the perfect place to slow down, focus, and reconnect with what matters most.
And yet, despite this peace, you're never far from vibrant life: just a short drive or bus ride away, you'll find the lively towns of Bregenz and Dornbirn, as well as the German border. This balance of seclusion and connection makes Lingenau a truly special place to learn, grow, and explore.
Nature That Nourishes
What makes the Bregenzerwald so unique is its harmony of landscape and lifestyle. You’ll find:
- Clean, drinkable spring water
- Fresh mountain air and starry skies
- Flowing rivers and forest paths, perfect for walks, reflection, or quiet time between course sessions
- A landscape shaped by centuries of sustainable farming and craftsmanship
Whether you're taking a morning walk, journaling in nature, or simply breathing deeply – you’ll feel how this environment supports not just learning, but well-being.
Free Time – Included with Your Stay
If you stay three nights or more between May 1 and October 31, you receive the Bregenzerwald Guest Card, which includes:
- Free bus travel, including the direct line from Bregenz train station to Lingenau
- Unlimited rides on cable cars to mountain viewpoints and trailheads
- Free entry to public swimming pools, like the forest pool in Lingenau
This makes it easy to explore the region without a car – sustainably and at your own pace.
Activities for Body & Mind
Between or after course sessions, you can take time to recharge with:
- Gentle hikes, forest walks, or riverside strolls
- Panoramic mountain trails – some accessible via cable car
- Outdoor swimming or sitting by a stream with a book
- Mountain biking or e-biking through the gentle alpine landscape
In winter, the Bregenzerwald offers peaceful snowy experiences:
- Winter hiking or snowshoeing through quiet woods
- Small and relaxed ski areas close by
- Warm saunas and cozy cafés after a day of fresh air
Local Food & Culture
The region is also a delight for the senses – and for many course participants, the local food is an unexpected highlight:
- Hearty, homemade dishes like Käsknöpfle, Riebel, and fresh herbal spreads
- Famous Bregenzerwald mountain cheese from small dairies along the “Käseweg”
- Inviting inns and cafés with panoramic views and seasonal menus
- Weekly markets and farm shops offering local honey, schnapps, and wild herbs
Calm and Connection – A Rare Combination
Lingenau and the surrounding Bregenzerwald offer something rare: deep tranquility in nature, while being close to vibrant towns like Bregenz (on the shores of Lake Constance), Dornbirn, and even southern Germany. You can enjoy stillness – and still be near art, music, shopping, or cultural excursions if you wish.
More Than a Course – A Holistic Experience
EdEU courses in Lingenau are more than just content delivery. They are immersive, nourishing experiences supported by the natural world around you. Here, learning becomes lighter, deeper, and more sustainable – inspired by clean air, flowing water, and quiet hills, with just enough urban energy nearby to keep you connected.
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