This stunning lookout point leaves nothing between you and the Austrian Alps
The Austrian Alps are breathtaking on their own. A new rooftop lookout at an Austrian ski destination now doubles the view. Lech Mountain Mirror is a landscape installation on top of the Zugerbergbahn mountain station in Lech, Austria, just east of Liechtenstein and near the German border. The building used to have a simple flat roof that would be covered in snow during the winter when the…
Lech Mountain Mirror, a new rooftop lookout at an Austrian ski destination, offers visitors an unparalleled view of the Austrian Alps. The installation, designed by the architecture firm Snøhetta, transforms the Zugerbergbahn mountain station in Lech, Austria, into a mesmerizing landscape experience. The building previously had a flat roof that would be covered in snow during winter, but now features a shallow, rock-bottomed water basin that reflects the surrounding mountains.
This dual purpose of showcasing nature and guiding visitors through the area enhances the overall mountain experience. Snøhetta's inspiration came from a painting by Caspar David Friedrich, "Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog," which depicted a lone hiker admiring the mountain landscape. The design team aimed to create a viewpoint that allows guests to connect with nature and themselves, surrounded by a water table that reflects the scenery and sky.
The installation's open layout, without any railing, presents a challenge from a technical and legal standpoint, but successfully complements the natural surroundings.
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