the vorderwald “energy region”
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Experiencing the different faces of energy Under the motto “Energy in agriculture”, interested hikers in the Vorderwald Energy Region can explore various forms of energy, either on their own or as part of a guided tour. The Hittisau Water Trail leads you, for instance, to the energy of water – which can be quiet, refreshing, bubbly, but also roaring and even overwhelming. The trail leads from the Bolgenach reservoir, which was created on the Bolgenach for the Langenegg hydropower station, to the Bartenstein sawmill, which is operated with a water wheel for display purposes. On a circuit trail on Rotenberg, wal-
kers can enjoy and learn about the woodland, which is so important for Vorderwald as a source of construction material and energy. From the special forms of agriculture found in Plenterwald to the local tree varieties, particularly the silver fir, to the harvesting of firewood, the region has a wealth of experiences to offer. Vorderwald’s moors provide an opportunity for an entirely different kind of experience: preserving of the moors means preserving huge stores of CO2 – so the green-house gas remains bound up in the soil and is not released into the atmosphere. Expert moor guides reveal the secrets concealed in Krumbach’s moors. Moving around in nature is a form of energy consumption – yet it is also a source of energy for the spirit. The Langenegg Energy Portal guides you to various places, where you can experience the spiritual side of energy and more.
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The Vorderwald “Energy Region” has an ambitious vision: energy autonomy. A key component in its efforts is that people become more sensitive to energy issues and more aware both of their energy consumption and of the sources of the energy they use.
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The Hittisau Water Trail
information www.energieregion-vorderwald.at
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