After it´s demolition in the year 2000 it was rebuilt to demonstrate how people lived and earned their living in the late 16th century. A Vorsäß is the medium stage of the typical Bregenzerwald 3-phase dairy farming.
Enjoy the view of the ash and maple trees. The Waldgeißbart is a typical plant of this region. Its strong roots prevent the soil from eroding.
The diverse flora of the forest (rowan berries, hazel trees, sallows etc.) is bounded by pastureland in the southwest.
Herbal garden
The newly erected herbal garden with more than 100 plants and herbs is worth visiting. A guided tour is offered every Wednesday.
Kneipp treatments:
Of utmost importance is that you warm up before starting with the Kneipp treatments. Never start with cold arms or legs.
Arm bath (envigorates the circulation, the heart)
Put both arms into the pool until you feel the cold after about half a minute.
Wading in water
Get the feet out of the water at every step.
Dew walking
Walk barefoot in the dew for two to five minutes.