Exciting ski days in a vast area, followed by fun nights, full of Alpine charm

Guaranteed snow and excellent piste conditions are the ever reliable hallmarks of Austria’s largest inter-connected ski area. Ski Arlberg, which comprises the villages of St. Anton am Arlberg, St. Christoph, Stuben, Lech, Zürs, Warth and Schröcken, consists of more than 300 km of marked slopes and 200 km of off-piste trails. The 87 state-of-the-art cable cars and lifts offer the highest standards of safety, comfort and efficiency. The region is also a founding member of ‘Best of the Alps’, the quality association of the 13 most renowned alpine destinations.

For many skiers and snowboarders there are few, if any, places more synonymous with wintersports than St. Anton am Arlberg. The resort itself, which is one of the largest in Austria, is known as the birthplace of modern alpine skiing. Over 100 years ago it was here that the skiing pioneer Hannes Schneider laid the foundations for winter tourism on the Arlberg mountain. Today, St. Anton am Arlberg continues to draw skiers and snowboarders from around the world with its top-class facilities and chic atmosphere.

In the centre of the village there are many shops selling ski equipment and clothing. Once you have everything you need, it is time to head for one of the many lifts. How about, for example, the new Galzigbahn cable car whisking visitors into the heart of the mountains? Those who want to go even higher ride the Vallugabahn up to the top of the mountain of the same name at 2,650 metres above sea level, where they can then ski the longest run in the resort all the way down to the village. Another long run is the Valfagehr-Piste to Alpe Rauz and Stuben.

Indeed, the Ski Arlberg resort is famous for its exceptionally long runs. With an average snow depth of 163 cm high in the mountains and 57 cm in the valley it is also one of the most snowsure resorts in Austria. Ski touring enthusiasts and freeriders will find plenty to keep them entertained, and in the Rendl area there is even a Via Ferrata fixed-rope climbing route open in winter.

And, of course, no ski day would be complete without a little après-ski as the sun goes down. St. Anton is famous as one of the best places in the Alps to party. And those in search of something a little more refined will find plenty of fine-dining restaurants, including the Verwallstube at over 2,000 metres above sea level.

Indoor action in the trampoline hall

The indoor high-performance trampoline hall arl.park in St. Anton am Arlberg, has 13 trampoline fields, bagjump – jumping from a freefall tower into an airbag, airtrack – a floor jumping mat, and much more. It offers boundless fun for young and old, and from beginners to professionals.

Climbing and Bouldering

With 1000 m2 of climbing area, which includes 125 m2 of bouldering wall, and around 100 different climbing routes, the arl.park centre has plenty of challenges to keep both your mind and your body occupied. Almost 70 routes, ranging in difficulty from Levels 3 to 9, are in the indoor hall, while another 30 can be tackled in the open air. So, no matter the weather, you can always get to the top at the arl.park centre. And if you prefer it less steep, you can choose one of the two via ferrata routes that lead to the outdoor 18-metre high tower.

Equipment can be rented directly from the arl.park sports centre.

Ski Mountaineering

St. Anton am Arlberg is a popular area for ski tours, and Lawine.at is a great way to find out about the current snow and avalanche situation. Feratel also carries reports on the avalanche situation (St. Anton am Arlberg).

Arlberger Winter Climbing Route

The St. Anton Winter climbing trail is at Rendl, 850 m long. It is considered one of the most beautiful winter climbs in Tyrol. A magnificent opportunity for climbers who do not want to let winter get in the way of their hobby.

Winter and Snowshoe Hiking

Crunching snow underfoot, a pleasant and clear mountain climate, and altitude training…all come as standard for winter hikers on our 80 kilometres of trails. You can choose from a total of 17 marked trails that will allow you to discover, for example, the beautiful and peaceful Verwall valley with the Wagner hut , or the circular Stanzertal path . There are shorter routes, too, such as the one to the Almfrieden inn above Pettneu or to the Egger Weiher in Strengen. And there’s also a new route ‘Panorama trail Galzig’ between the top stations of the Galzigbahn and St. Christophbahn. Due to the lower oxygen content at medium altitudes, many athletes use the winter hiking trails in St. Anton am Arlberg (1,304 metres) for fitness and endurance training.

Swimming, Fitness & Wellness

Experience new sensations, exertions and relaxation in the Arlberg WellCom. The Arlberg WellCom sits right in the heart of St. Anton am Arlberg, and is the perfect spot for a swim, workout, massage, or just chilling in the sauna and steam rooms. And if, on those rare days when the sky isn’t blue over our beautiful valley, what better way to relax than in this stunning temple to wellness?

By plane:

The closest airports are Zurich, Switzerland (200 km), Innsbruck (120 km) and Friedrichshafen, Germany (130 km)

By train:

• From Zurich: direct train to St. Anton (2 h 20 min), then local taxi or bus (line 92) to St. Christoph (about 10-15 min) or Zürs Lech (about 30 min)
• From Innsbruck: direct train to St. Anton (1 h 7 min), then local taxi or bus (line 92) to St. Christoph (about 10-15 min) or Zürs Lech (about 30 min)
• From Friedrichshafen: train with 3 x change to St. Anton (3 h 15 min), then local taxi or bus (line 92) to St. Christoph (about 10-15 min) or Zürs Lech (about 30 min)

The following taxi company or the Zürich airport shuttle bus are happy to help to get you to your destination:

• Four Seasons Travel

· Taxi St. Anton am Arlberg