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The nearby Tiroler Lechtal Nature Reserve protects one of the Alps’ last pristine rivers



History

Weißenbach am Lech, located in the picturesque Außerfern region of Tyrol, Austria, has a historical timeline that stretches back over a thousand years. This Alpine village, situated near the Lech River, played an important role in regional trade, agriculture, and religious activity throughout the centuries. It is frequently sought out in searches for “Tyrolean historic towns”, “Weißenbach am Lech history”, and “medieval Tyrol villages”.

The earliest known records of Weißenbach am Lech date to the 12th century, when it was first mentioned in ecclesiastical documents. Its location made it a strategic crossing point over the Lech River, placing it directly on the ancient trade route known as the Via Claudia Augusta. Merchants and travelers frequently passed through, bringing cultural