FIS Skimuseum: 140 Jahre Vorarlberger Skigeschichte

The history of skiing in Vorarlberg goes back about 140 years.

The focus of the permanent exhibition at the ski museum is on three areas. Starting from the beginnings of skiing in Scandinavia, significant Vorarlberg ski pioneers are presented. A second focus is on ski production, which was initially in the hands of carpenter businesses. That Vorarlberg is a land with a great racing tradition is proven by the long list of medals won by racers at the Olympic Winter Games and World Ski Championships. All these successful athletes are represented in the exhibition with objects.

The new special exhibition of the "Hergottschnitzer of Damüls," Johann Martin Bischof (1838 -1928), will be opened on June 19. The parish church of Damüls, known for its location and furnishings, is one of the most impressive sacred buildings in Vorarlberg. It is especially famous for its frescoes as impressive testimonies of artistic creation around 1500. Less known is that a local sculptor, Johann Martin Bischof, is represented. He created a powerful crucifix exactly 100 years ago, which is located in the gable niche above the entrance. An exhibition at the backdrop of the parish courtyard in Damüls will commemorate the "Hergottschnitzer of Damüls," who continues to linger in memory, starting from June 2026.

Groups by appointment possible. | Admission is free.

Dates: December 22 - March 30
Days of the week: Tuesday and Friday
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
Costs: Free admission
Location: Backdrop Parish Courtyard, Damüls 133, 6884 Damüls