Hard Postcodes: 6971 | Bregenz, Vorarlberg

Key Facts

Hard is a municipality located in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Constance (Bodensee) in the westernmost part of Austria. This lakeside community occupies a strategic position approximately 5 kilometers north of the state capital Bregenz, serving as an important residential and industrial hub within the Rhine Valley region. With an area of approximately 17.5 square kilometers, Hard maintains a population of around 13,000 residents, making it one of the larger municipalities in Vorarlberg. The municipality is administratively divided into several distinct districts including Hard-Markt, Hard-Fussach, and Hard-Schweizer, each contributing to the town's diverse character. Historically an important fishing and shipping center due to its lakeside location, Hard has evolved into a significant industrial and commercial center while preserving its charming lakeside atmosphere. The town's economy benefits from its proximity to both Lake Constance and the Rhine River, supporting tourism, manufacturing, and transportation sectors. For comprehensive postal code information covering all districts and neighborhoods within Hard, detailed municipal records provide accurate addressing data for residents and businesses throughout this vibrant lakeside community.

Neighboring Regions

• Lauterach
• Bildstein
• Fußach
• Lake Constance