Lauterach is a dynamic market town in the Vorderes Rheintal with around 10,000 inhabitants, strategically located between Bregenz, Dornbirn and Lake Constance. Not a classic tourist destination – but a place with genuine everyday charm and a convenient location.
📍 Location & Character
The municipality is located in the flat Rheintal, nestled between the Lake Constance in the north and the foothills of Bregenzerwald Mountains in the east. Lauterach is characterised by a healthy mix of residential community, industry and local amenities – down-to-earth, family-friendly and well-connected.
🌿 Nature and Outdoor Recreation
A real highlight is the Lauterach Marsh – a valuable wetland and nature reserve right on your doorstep. The moorland is a habitat for rare bird and plant species and a popular destination for nature lovers, walkers and cyclists. The Rhine Delta Cycle Route Well-maintained cycle paths connect Lauterach conveniently with Lake Constance and the neighbouring communities.
Shopping bag Shopping & Infrastructure
Lauterach is known for its dense Shopping offer – numerous specialist shops, shopping centres and commercial enterprises make the municipality a regional service centre for the entire surrounding area. A practical stop for visitors from the region.
🏘️ Community life
Lauterach boasts an active club culture – from sports and music to customs and traditions. The Multi-purpose hall and local events ensure a lively community life all year round.
🚆 Accessibility
The location is hard to beat: Lauterach is situated directly on the Railway line Bregenz–Dornbirn, is via the A14 reachable in minutes and is only a few kilometres from Lake Constance as well as being removed from the German and Swiss borders.
