Freeriders on the Arlberg

Arlberg
Your Luxury Holiday

Alpine charm meets international lifestyle: Explore the Arlberg region, the birthplace of skiing.

Snow, slopes, spas, and food: The Arlberg region, often dubbed the "cradle of alpine skiing", is a place where everything is top-notch: from the splendid pistes in St. Anton and the historical hamlet of St. Christoph, to the home-away-from-home feel of Stuben, the international lifestyle of Zürs, and the multiple-award-winning restaurants in Lech - no matter your preference, you'll find a place here that seems custom-made for you. And you'll surely embrace the Austrian lifestyle, the "Lebensgefühl", in no time!

Arlberg is one of the snowiest regions of the Alps, the largest connected ski area in Austria and one of the five largest in the world. Skiing has been part of everyday day life here for more than 100 years, meaning you can look forward to an authentic winter experience with a tad of luxury. Put on your skis, whisk down the slopes and explore the huts and mountain restaurants side by side with the locals.

That's what winter holidays the Arlberg way are for you!

Facts & Figures
Altitude1,793 m
Highest pointValluga 2,811 m
Slopes>300 km
Cross-country trails70 km
Winter hiking trails120 km
Ski schools61
Lifts85
Huts & restaurants223
Winter in styleThe Cradle of Skiing
Skiing in the Arlberg region - a mountain cable car station
Skiing in the Arlberg region - on the ski lift
Skiers in Lech-Zürs am Arlberg
Holidays at the Arlberg
Cross country skiing in the Arlberg region
Winter hiking in the Arlberg region
Winter Climbing Route, Arlberg region
Rendl Beach, St. Anton am Arlberg
Why visit the Arlberg region
  • Five villages - St. Anton, St. Christoph, Stuben, Zürs and Lech, each with their very own charm

  • Access to more than 300 km of slopes and 85 lifts with one lift pass - welcome to Austria's largest connected ski resort!

  • More than 200 km of off-piste skiing in deep powder snow, a challenge even for pros

  • More than 30 Gault Millau award-winning restaurants, many awaiting with equally famous wine cellars

  • Cosy accommodation options scoring with outstanding hospitality and local design

  • International crowd - mingle with winter athletes and celebrities on and off the pistes

  • All villages are easy to reach by public transport and the ski busses are free - no need for a car!

  • Sustainable ski holidays: Lech has been CO2-neutral since 2019, St. Anton uses 100% green electricity

Experiences on the slopes

Experiences away from the slopes

Culinary Delights

Arlberg is a foodie hotspot with more than 30 Gault Millau award-winning restaurants, and countless traditional huts - take your pick!
A mountain hut in the Arlberg region
Gourmet food at the Arlberg
Après ski in the Arlberg region © TVB St. Anton am Arlberg_Patrick Bätz
Fine Dining at the Arlberg

Let us entertain you

Arlberg WellCom in St. Anton am Arlberg

Insider's Tip

Fitness & Wellness at Arlberg WellCom

A stunning spa paradise in the heart of St. Anton with pools, a waterfall, a whirlpool, saunas, massages, a gym and a special area for families with children.

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Mountain Huts

  • Der Wolf

    Serves Tyrolian delicacies as well as international crowdpleasers such as burgers and curries.

  • Rud-Alpe

    A haystack turned ski hut popular for its pan and grill dishes.

  • Sennhütte

    Enjoy traditional local cuisine on the XXL sun terrace.

  • Arlberg Thaja

    Delicious food and fine wines in a cosy Tyrolian atmosphere.

Viewpoints

  • Zürser-Täli

    Spectacular views of the Trittkopf, Galzig and Wirt mountains.

  • Rüfikopf

    A panoramic restaurant boasting 360 views of Lech Zürs and the surrounding mountains.

  • Rendl Mountain Station & Beach Bar

    Enjoy postcard-perfect vistas over St. Anton am Arlberg and the mountain landscapes.

How to get there

By Plane

The closest airports are

  • Innsbruck (120 km),

  • Friedrichshafen, Germany (130 km)

  • Zurich, Switzerland (200 km)

By Train/Bus

Take a train to

  • From Zurich: direct train to St. Anton (2 h 45 min), then local taxi or bus (line 760) 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 720) to St. Christoph (about 10-15 min) or Zürs Lech (about 30 min) or train station Langen am Arlberg (1 h 15 min) and take a local taxi or bus to Stuben, Zürs or Lech

By Train/Bus

  • From Friedrichshafen: train with 2 or 3 changes to St. Anton (3 h 15 min), then local taxi or bus (line 720) to St. Christoph (about 10-15 min) or Zürs Lech (about 30 min) or to Langen am Arlberg (2 h 30 min) for further local connections to Stuben, Zürs or Lech.

  • From Vienna: direct train to St. Anton (6 h), then local taxi or bus (line 720) to St. Christoph (about 10-15 min) or Zürs Lech (about 30 min) or train to Langen am Arlberg (6 h)

By Taxi

The following taxi companies and shuttles will quickly get you to your destination:

  • Arlberg Express (Zürich Airport to Arlberg shuttle service)

  • Taxi Stuben am Arlberg

  • Taxi Lech Zürs am Arlberg

  • Taxi St. Anton am Arlberg

Get in touch

Arlberg

Dorfstraße 8 8

6580 St. Anton

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