Reutte: Guide, Hotels, Map & Photos
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EUR 66 - 199 Hotel Zum Mohren
 This traditional hotel, which was first mentioned in records in 1765, is quietly located on one of the most beautiful squares in the historic centre o… MoreEUR 41 - 82 Hotel Tannenhof
 This country hotel is nestled at the foot of stunning hills, and yet is just a short walk from the centre of Reutte.
Awake each morning to stunning … MoreEUR 41 - 137 Landgasthof Lilie
 Located near the popular holiday resort of Reutte, this traditional family guest house has lost nothing of its charming authentic appeal since its ope… MoreEUR 52 - 149 Landhaus Panorama
 Surrounded by the scenic Tyrolean mountains close to Neuschwanstein Castle, Landhaus Panorama offers spacious, individually furnished apartments and r… MoreEUR 38 - 102 Pension Leuprecht
 Situated next to the Lech River, Pension Leuprecht is only a few minutes away from Reutte. All rooms have balconies with panoramic views of the Tyrole… MoreEUR 55 - 90 Hotel Maximilian
 This is a family run hotel in a great location, next to the ruins at Ehrenberg and the castles of King Ludwig.
The hotel provides all comforts and a … MoreEUR 65 - 135,135 Hotel Goldener Hirsch
 This long-established hotel, which has been owned by the same family for 400 years, is located in the heart of Reutte, only a few steps away from the … MoreEUR 68 - 120 Gästehaus am Graben
 Offering panoramic mountain views, Gästehaus am Graben is surrounded by meadows and forests. It is next to the Lech River and one km from Reutte. Fre… MoreEUR 48 - 136 Das Beck
 Das Beck is a small hotel in the quiet centre of Reutte in northwestern Tyrol, offering free Wi-Fi access and free parking.
The breakfast is served i… MoreEUR 42 - 120 Hotel Gasthof Säuling
 Gasthof Pension Säuling is located in Reutte, one km from the German border and close to various cable cars. It offers comfortable, bright rooms with… MoreEUR 38 - 106 Hotel Gasthof Zum Schwanen
 This family-run 3-star hotel occupies a 150-year-old building near Reutte, about 10 km away from the Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles. Parkin… MoreEUR 45 - 140 Hotel Goldene Rose
 The Hotel Goldene Rose offers Tyrolean hospitality and an individual atmosphere in an idyllic and sunny location in the village of Lechaschau, about 5… MoreEUR 27 - 108 Burgenwelt Ehrenberg
 Burgenwelt Ehrenberg offers modern rooms and apartments in the historic ambience of the medieval Ehrenberg Castle near Reutte. Neuschwanstein Castle i… More | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Reutte: Guide
Reutte is a small city in Tirol, Austria, just south of the German border. Reutte is a charming place away from the main tourist crowds of Fussen. Expect to see sheep, cows and alpaca in the fields surrounding the city.
Get in
By Train
Reutte is connected to Munich and Innsbruck. Note that from Austria, you may have to ask to go "uber Innsbruck" otherwise the computer system will likely route you through the (more expensive and longer) Munich route. Also, since Reutte is a small city, it may be most effective to clarify "Reutte in Tirol" as this is the way it will show up in the train system directory.
Get around
By Car
Reutte itself is small, however you will find many travellers have cars in order to access the sites.
By Bus
If you cannot or do not wish to use a car, there is a bus system.
By Bike
Also you may rent or borrow bikes for use on the plentiful biking trails (Radwanderwegen). For this option, make sure that you have a good map, and are in good physical condition. With the lack of good landmarks, and plentiful paths, it is easy to become lost. Be warned that there are some places where biking a short distance along the highway is required to rejoin the trails. If you have to do this, ride on the right, as far to side as possible. Be careful, go as fast as you can safely, and have faith - German and Austrian drivers are generally cautious and skillful. Be sure to watch for the next possible point to exit the road.
By Foot
It is not viable to hike from Reutte to many places, as they are separated by many kilometers. However, there are many good hiking trails for recreation, if combined with another transportation method.
See
Konigschlossen/King's Castles
The famous castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau are the must-see major tourist attractions in the area. They are closer to Fussen, so many tourists stay there. Either take the bus or drive via Fussen, then turn right (North), following the signs "Konigschlossen". By bike the castles are approximately 1-2 hours from Reutte by the shortest path (via Schluxenhof, not via Fussen), but the route is scenic. Ensure that you have enough time to make it back before dark, otherwise, it will become completely dark in the countryside, and you will have to call for a ride.
Tickets are required in order to enter the castles. The cost is approximately 9 euro for one and 17 euro for a "Konigsticket" which includes both castles. Be sure to get there early, as tickets may sell out and you will have to wait a long time for your tour. Also you may not be able to tour both castles if it is too late, in which case you should choose Neuschwanstein.
Neuschwanstein is a steep 30 minute hike up a wide paved-dirt trail (bus rides are available for an extra charge). On your way up (or down) make sure that you visit Mariensbrucke. You will see signs pointing the way. This is a very high bridge which provides the idyllic, postcard view of Neuschwanstein. A picture is mandatory.
Ehrenberg Ruins/Schlosskopf
The Ehrenberg castle ruins (three/four different castle ruins) provide a contrast to the highly touristed Konigschlossen. There is a small tourist village by the parking lot for these castles, but this can be avoided by taking a trail from the south of the parking lot(obscure), or by taking the trail north from nearby Ehenbichl. You will encounter a semi-strenuous moderately steep hike up to the Ehrenberg ruins (Burgruine Ehrenberg). If you are lucky, this small hike will have kept away enough people to allow you to have the ruins nearly completely to yourself. Enjoy the moment, it is so rare to see history as it is - to have hands on access to a historical site without it being roped off or accessible by guided tour only.
Once you are done here, move on to the next castle, Schlosskopf (Festung Schlosskopf), on top of the hill. Perhaps you have seen this lit up at night on top of the ridge. The trail is steep once again, and it will take 30 minutes to reach the top, but it is again more than worth it to have a castle to yourself or with few others. The views from here are spectacular, allowing you to look out over the entire valley and into Germany.
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Sleep
Many hotels and hostels are available in Reutte and in the surrounding areas. There are signs within the city which will point the way to major hotels. There is a tourist information center on the way from the train station to the city center (just go around the train station and walk along the road toward the city). However, it may not always be open (especially if you arrive on a weekend), so it is good to have an idea where to stay before arriving.
Get out
By Train
Very important: The Reutte train station ticket counter is only open from 8-12 Monday through Friday. If you need assistance in buying your next ticket, or wish to pay by credit card, make sure you are here within these hours, or get a return ticket in advance. There is no automatic machine.
If you do not have a ticket, it is permissable to buy a ticket from the conductor on this train. You can buy a ticket to anywhere from the conductor, but it is cash only, and you should know the necessary transfers beforehand, as they can be only a few minutes and trains run hours apart. Ask your hotel to look up an itinerary for you, or use the Austrian Rail Service site: www.oebb.at. With itinerary in hand, it should be easy to buy the correct ticket, ("Ich mochte das." point to paper), even if your conductor only speaks German and you do not.
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