Bludenz combines a compact medieval centre with the broad valley floor of the Ill in a way that reflects its position where routes to the Walgau, Klostertal and Montafon meet. The Alfenz joins the Ill here, placing the town amid key Alpine corridors in Vorarlberg. Bludenz received its town charter in 1274, and its historic core still includes the Unteres Tor, a surviving medieval town gate. The parish church of St Laurentius adds a prominent landmark to the old town, while the surrounding valleys connect the urban centre to hiking, rail and mountain routes. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Bludenz and Vorarlberg.
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