Arlberg

Arlberg is a massif between Vorarlberg and Tyrol in Austria. The highest peak is Valluga at 2,811 meters. The area is known for its ski resorts. Specifically they are in the villages of Lech, Zürs, Stuben, St. Christoph, St. Anton, Oberlech, Stubenbach, Zug, Warth.

Tourism is the main source of income for the villages of Arlberg and their inhabitants and plays a vital role in the region, which is known for its long winter tradition (between November 1, 2001 and October 31, 2002 for the first time Arlberg welcomed more than one million nights).

Arlberg Ski Resort was established in 1901 and in 1921, under the leadership of Hannes Schneider, the Arlberg Ski School was the first ski school in the area. In 1937, the first lifts were built in St. Anton and Zürs. Today, the nearby ski resorts in three mountains around Lech and Zürs constitute a ski resort with 87 lifts, 305 kilometers of covered slopes and 200 km. deep snow slopes.

Accommondation – The best villages to stay in Arlberg are St. Anton, Lech and Zürs.

Stay at Hotel Brunnenhof housed in a 300-year-old building and the classic Tyrolese Hotel Bergschlössl in St. Anton.

At Hotel Gasthof “Post”, a luxury hotel in the heart of Lech or at Hotel Arlberg. Its spa features an indoor pool, a rich list of treatments, a sauna and a steam room, as well as a yoga studio and a gym.

At the alpine Hotel Zürserhof in Zürs.

Food –

• At Alber’s Rodel-Alm with rustic ambience and classic Tyrolean dishes in St. Anton. (Nassereinerstr. 106)
• At Fuhrmannstube in St. Anton you can choose between typical Austrian or international dishes. If the weather is good, don’t miss the panoramic view. (Dorfstr. 74)
• At Gampen in St. Anton with a patio and homemade specialties. The perfect stop for lunch during a ski day. (Kandaharweg 9)
• At Gasthof Pension Auerhahn in Lech overlooking the Alps from your table. Try schnitzel or risotto. (Zug 12)

Transportation – With your car you can drive from place to place (with chains) if the snow is heavy. The Arlberg Ski Pass also provides access to a modern bus system, providing a comfortable connection between Lech, Oberlech, Zug and Zürs (blue buses) and is free of charge. The yellow buses between St. Anton / St. Christoph and Lech / Zürs are paid.

Between 7.30 pm and 3 in the morning James bus makes the itineraries. Cost € 4.50 per ticket.

By plane: St. Anton is about a 75-minute drive from Innsbruck Airport by private shuttle or car. Friedrichshafen Airport is around 90 minutes away and Zurich Airport about 2 hours away.

By train: St. Anton also has its own train station. Train tickets from Innsbruck Hbf to St. Anton am Arlberg starts at 9€ (one way fare) for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance, however if you book last minute tickets on the same day, the average price is around 18.50€.