Discover the region through meetings with a culinary twist
Did you know: seminars, meetings and workshops can be wonderfully combined with culinary experiences. From wine tastings to evening meals for getting conversations flowing, here we’ve put together 15 locations to enjoy Vorarlberg through your tastebuds.
In the alpine region, the southernmost tip of Vorarlberg, it’s worth taking a look at several event locations with mountain flair. To inspire hosts and participants alike, two local establishments have come up with something unique: at the Alpen.Spa.Golf.Hotel Traube in Braz, guests can indulge in exceptional culinary experiences—either in the modern, newly designed dining room or the charming, centuries-old farmhouse parlor. In autumn, visitors can savor the "Totally Wild" menu, featuring delicious dishes made from local game.
Even higher up is Rufana Alp, where exclusive rental can accommodate 360 people in this cosy and spacious alpine hut. An inspiring place to discuss, philosophise and exchange. This can all be rounded off with either a 6-course menu, a fondue or steak evening, according to the event and the tastes of participants.
A short walk from the wonderful Lake Constance is the Bregenzer Salon with its in-house Petrus Café Brasserie. There’s 120 m2 of space available to use, and a stylish highlight in the 40 m2 Biedermeier room with flexible options to suit any event. There are also a handful of smaller salons, a generous terrace and a kitchen for own use. For those who prefer professional catering, look no further than Petrus downstairs which can offer pastries, coffees and teas during breaks. Lunches and dinners at events also don’t come much better than their very own Belgian-inspired cuisine, offering participants a truly memorable gastronomic experience.
Feldkirch has another highlight for seminars with a difference - Montfort das Hotel. It’s a quiet spot but nevertheless centrally located, offering various seminar rooms for all kinds of event – and catering from the on-site restaurant. Whether you’re planning a champagne reception, themed buffet or set menu, participants are sure to leave satisfied and inspired.
Whether for its gastronomy or its seminar culture, the Bregenzerwald region has always been a pioneer. A great example is theSchtubat in Andelsbuch,where work melds seamlessly with enjoyment. For events needing more room, the Seminarraum im Dorfzentrumcan be booked supplementarily. Then it’s back to the Schtubat for a meal, where host Wolfgang Mätzler gives seminars something extra special with his menu creations and barbecue evenings.
Another ideal option for seminars with a culinary twist would be Hotel Gasthof Kronein Hittisau. Around 25 people can fit into the seminar room, an inspiring place to put heads together and dream up big projects. This flexible space can also be smartly arranged for either big or small groups. The kitchen staff and their gastronomic wizardry have you covered for all breaks or a sumptuous end-of-day meal.
Deeper into the Bregenzerwald and with no less stringent quality expectations is Berghotel Biberkopfin Warth am Arlberg, for seminars surrounded by mountains. Everyday office life will feel very far away here, but with all facilities you might possibly need – from projector to smart TV. All naturally rounded off with culinary delights from the Biberkopf’s award-winning kitchen.
Ideas can flow here where nature is in full bloom. With an enviable location, Hotel Montafoner Hof and Löwen Schruns offer particular attraction. Freshly cooked delights waft out of the Löwen’s “Stube” and Brasserie Leonis, while four modern conference rooms belong to the 4*S hotel. These facilities can be flexibly adjusted to each event, and the atmosphere, furnishings and gastronomy here inspire great ideas.
The same can be said for Panoramagasthof Kristberg, an inspiring location at 1425m above sea level where up to 25 participants can hold carbon-neutral meetings. The inspiration flows too through the in-house kitchen, with guests spoiled with Austrian and regional delicacies.
Lech-Zürs is not only a top skiing and hiking destination but also a fine place to meet, work and exchange ideas. For a culinary experience on top of this, look no further than the seminar hotels Goldener Berg and Arlberg. Hotel Goldener Berg can welcome up to 120 people in its seminar rooms and impress guests with its “boho lifestyle meets alpine tradition” concept. This encompasses specialities from its kitchen – oma’s recipes, mountain herbs, and fine things to satisfy body and soul.
Hotel Arlberg offers another great option, and as its name implies it is truly a jewel of the Arlberg region. A building full of history, distinguished guests and spaces full of possibility and highest-class Austrian cuisine– everything you need to give your event a special touch.
Big city life feels a long way away in the calm and grounded Kleinwalsertal. Time here moves more slowly, with a traditional and sustainable lifestyle still in full flow. In practice, this means time-honoured hospitality is celebrated and regional ingredients are used with pride. A prime example is Sonnenburg, an elegantly designed hotel for mountain lovers. It’s an inspiring place for seminars of up to 10 people and all culinary needs taken care of, from the first espresso to a fine dinner.
The Travel Charme Ifen Hotel Kleinwalsertal also chose an especially beautiful spot, and they make it easy for event participants to merge gastronomical delight with seminars. Productive meetings can take place in two large seminar rooms, with breaks taken in the elegant foyer and no less than three restaurants to choose from for dinner – Theo’s, Walser Stube Carnozet or Kilian Stuba gourmet restaurant.
