Old Town (Oberstadt)

Perched on a hill above Lake Constance, Bregenz’s Old Town (Oberstadt) preserves a compact medieval core of cobbled lanes, timbered houses, and town walls. Highlights include the Martinsturm, a 17th‑century tower with a baroque onion dome and views over the lake and Alps, and the Deuringschlössle, a small historic palace. Quiet and largely pedestrian, the quarter offers a calm contrast to the modern lakeside. It suits visitors interested in local history, architecture, and short, scenic strolls; allow 1–2 hours, or combine with the waterfront and Pfänderbahn cable car for a fuller Bregenz itinerary.