Bus Hire in Feldkirch

Feldkirch is the southernmost major town in Vorarlberg, a medieval walled town set in the narrows where the Ill river breaks through the Frastanzenberg into the Rhine plain. The old town is one of the best-preserved in western Austria: the arcaded streets of the Marktgasse, the towers of the medieval wall, and the Schattenburg castle above the roofline give it a compact, legible historic character that rewards a walking group.

Feldkirch's position is also what makes it logistically interesting: Liechtenstein's border is 10 kilometres east, Switzerland is directly across the Rhine, and the Arlberg passes to the east. This puts the town within easy reach of three countries and several major Austrian touring routes, which means groups passing through on cross-border itineraries often use it as a break point or overnight base.

The Old Town and Schattenburg

The historic centre is built around two main squares, the Marktplatz and the Neustadt, connected by the arcaded Marktgasse. The medieval ring of towers is still largely intact, with the Katzenturm tower the most prominent. Above the old town, the Schattenburg castle dates from the 12th century and houses the town museum; the view from the castle terrace takes in the rooflines of the old town and the Rhine plain to the west. Entry to the castle and museum is straightforward for groups and the walk up from the town centre takes around 10 minutes.

Getting to Feldkirch

Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) in Germany is around 75 kilometres north, about an hour by coach. Zurich Airport (ZRH) is around 90 kilometres south-west, about an hour. Innsbruck Airport (INN) is around 190 kilometres east, about two hours. The town is on the main Vorarlberg rail line and the Bludenz to Feldkirch section connects south towards the Arlberg. By road, the A14 motorway runs north to Bregenz and the route east follows the Ill valley towards Bludenz and the Arlberg Pass.

Liechtenstein and Cross-Border Day Trips

The Liechtenstein border at Schaanwald is around 10 kilometres from Feldkirch's centre. Vaduz, the Liechtenstein capital, is around 16 kilometres from Feldkirch, a 20-minute drive. A Vaduz day trip takes in the castle above the town, the national museum, the Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein, and the main street, and fits comfortably into a half-day before returning to Feldkirch. Switzerland at St. Margrethen is 20 kilometres west across the Rhine. The combination of Feldkirch, Vaduz, and a Swiss border town makes a popular three-country day trip for touring groups.

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What Bus Hire Costs in Feldkirch

As a rough guide, a minibus (up to 19 seats) in Feldkirch runs around 270 to 480 EUR per day, a midi-coach (around 35 seats) around 450 to 800 EUR per day, and a full-size coach (49 to 55 seats) around 680 to 1,200 EUR per day. Feldkirch sits close to three borders and sees steady cross-border group traffic; summer is the tourist peak and the Christmas market in December is the main winter event. The final figure depends on your route, the date, and how long you need the vehicle and driver. We confirm a fixed price with no hidden charges, so send your details for a free quote.

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