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Sunrise Kanisfluh
Photo: Michael Meusburger, Bregenzerwald

Anna Wilhelm
on the June 27, 2021

Anna rated this “very good“

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The sunrise and sunset hike from the Alpengasthof Edelweiß to the landmark of the Bregenzerwald - the popular panoramic mountain Kanisfluh (2,044 m) is very popular and always beautiful.

moderate

Distance 5.4 km

2:30 h

565 m

2,044 m

1,454 m

The Kanisfluh is one of the most beautiful and well-known panoramic mountains in the Bregenzerwald area, with fantastic panoramic mountain views.

Even if you start in the early hours of the morning to experience a sunrise on the Kanisfluh, it's worth getting out of bed early. Another impressive spectacle is the sunset on the Kanisfluh. As the sun slowly sets, the alpenglow begins in the direction of the Arlberg.

All sunrises and sunsets are unique. The sunrise or sunset hike is a very special experience combined with unforgettable moments and memories.

Author’s recommendation

The Alpengasthof Edelweiß is a great stop for ambitious hikers who want to conquer the summit of the Kanisfluh. The Alpengasthof Edelweiß can look back on more than 100 years of history. The former building was destroyed by an avalanche in 1954 and rebuilt at a different location.

Author

Katharina Amann

Update: April 15, 2022

Difficulty

moderate

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

Kanisfluh, 2,044 m

Lowest point

1,454 m

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Rest stops

Edelweiss am Öberle | Au

Safety information

EMERGENCY CALL:

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112 Euro emergency call (works with any mobile phone/network)

https://www.vorarlberg.travel/en/safety-tips-on-the-mountain/

Choosing the exact time: So that you don't arrive too late at the summit, you should choose the exact time of sunrise or sunset.

Observe the weather: Of course, the weather should be very nice and stable at sunrise or sunset. Safety first!

Start

Alpe Öberle parking spot - below the Alpengasthof Edelweiß (1,453 m)

Coordinates:

47.323339, 9.933792

DMS

47°19'24.0"N 9°56'01.7"E

UTM

32T 570562 5241519

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Destination

Kanisfluh

Turn-by-turn directions

Depending on the sunrise time, the hike starts between 3.30 a.m. and 5.00 a.m. or between 5.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. depending on the sunset time. The ascent by car is via Au to Alpe Öberle, where there is a free parking spot. From there the march starts past the Edelweißhütte along a footpath to Alpe Obere. Once there, keep to the right of the path up the southern slope to the deep, fairly wide saddle. From there it goes east over the ridge to the summit of the Kanisfluh at 2047m above sea level, from where you have a wonderful all-round view of the Bregenzerwald. The ascent time is between 1.5 - 2 hours. Arrived at the top and provided the weather is right, you can now experience a fantastic sunrise or sunset. You return on the same route (descent time approx. 1 - 1.5 hours). The crowning glory of a beautiful sunrise is the traditional and universally popular alpine breakfast in the Edelweiß alpine inn.

Note

all notes on protected areas

Public transport

www.vmobil.at

Landbus Bregenzerwald: Line 40

Those arriving by public transport should get off at the Argenfall stop and from there walk about 1 hour on the Öberle goods route.

Getting there

Von Deutschland:

Autobahn Lindau, Pfänder Tunnel, Autobahnabfahrt Dornbirn Nord - Bregenzerwald - Egg - Mellau – Au-Schoppernau
Autobahn Kempten - Immenstadt - Oberstaufen - Grenzübergang Springen-Aach - Lingenau - Egg – Au-Schoppernau (mautfrei) Garmisch-Partenkirchen oder Füssen - Reutte (Tirol) - Lechtal - Warth – Au-Schoppernau (mautfrei)

Von (über) Schweiz: Autobahn St. Gallen - St. Margrethen/Au - Lustenau - Dornbirn - Bregenzerwald - Egg - Mellau – Au-Schoppernau

Von Österreich: Inntal-Autobahn - Innsbruck - St. Anton - Arlbergpass - Lech - Warth (bei Wintersperre Arlbergtunnel - Dornbirn - Egg - Mellau) – Au-Schoppernau

Der Alpengasthof Edelweiß ist mit dem Pkw über den Güterweg Öberle erreichbar.

Parking

Public parking spot at the Alpe Öberle

Coordinates

47.323339, 9.933792

DMS

47°19'24.0"N 9°56'01.7"E

UTM

32T 570562 5241519

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Author’s map recommendations

The Bregenzerwald hiking map on a scale of 1:32,000 including a booklet with 50 hiking routes is available from the local tourist offices, from Bregenzerwald Tourismus and in the sports shops.

Book recommendations for this region:

All publications

Equipment

Warm mountain clothing in layers and a change of clothes
Waterproof mountain or hiking shoes with a non-slip sole
Sleeping mat, seat cushion as isolation from the ground
Bivouac sack (also for unplanned overnight stays)
hat and gloves
Headlamp with a good and wide beam of light
sunglasses and sunscreen
Snack and (warm) drinks
Information about the weather conditions
Orientation aids such as map, altimeter

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Anna Wilhelm

June 27, 2021 · Community

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Dagmar Jäckel

September 25, 2020 · Community

wunderschön. nicht überlaufen

When did you do this route? September 24, 2020

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Heiko Rau

September 20, 2020 · Community

Toller Aussichtsgipfel mit Tiefblick

When did you do this route? September 18, 2020

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Difficulty

moderate

Distance

5.4 km

Duration

2:30 h

Ascent

565 m

Descent

565 m

Highest point

2,044 m

Lowest point

1,454 m

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