Lech Zürs

305 kilometres of ski slopes of all levels of difficulty and 200 kilometres of exclusive deep powder snow runs make Ski Arlberg a unique winter sports resort. The five villages of Lech, Zürs, Stuben, St. Christoph and St. Anton am Arlberg open their doors onto the fascinating world of the finest powder snow and majestic Alpine peaks, of ample variety and a unique sense of freedom. In winter 2016/17 the new Flexenbahn between Zürs and Stuben/Rauz will be opened, thus providing a link for the entire Arlberg skiing region - making it possible to easily reach all Arlberg skiing locations on skis. This makes the Arlberg skiing region the largest continuous skiing area in Austria, making skiing and skiing holidays even more versatile and comfortable!

Heli-skiing offers freeride aficionados a truly memorable experience. Lech Zürs is the only resort in Austria to offer packages for this exciting snow activity. You can choose between two magnificent peaks: the "Mehlsack" summit is ideal for experienced skiers, while the "Schneetäli-Orgelscharte" is recommended for skiers with intermediate skills – and is particularly attractive in the spring on the hard-packed snow. Heli-skiing packages are for up to four people including the ski guide and can be booked directly through the ski schools in Lech and Zürs.

With its extremely well prepared cross-country ski trails and skating routes, Lech Zürs am Arlberg offers cross-country skiers everything their hearts desire. Guaranteed snow and 27 kilometres of varied cross-country trails will delight both casual and professional sportspeople. The cross-country trails can be found amidst the fascinating Alpine mountain landscape and can be used free during the whole season.

In 2006, "The White Ring - The Race" took place for the first time. It has long since become a "cult race" with an attractive supporting programme. Participants have to rise to the challenge of 22 kilometres of pistes and 5,500 metres of ascent. "The White Ring - The Race" is thus "the world's longest ski race". Registration takes place in September 2016. Incidentally, the course record is held by former downhill ski racer Patrick Ortlieb with a time of 44:35:07 minutes. It remains to be seen whether this record will be broken on the 10th birthday of "The White Ring - The Race". Save the date: 19.01.2019

A 1.2-kilometre toboggan run winds its way through the forest of Lech and has several tight twists in store. And the high-speed descent just before the last station is guaranteed to cause adrenaline levels to really skyrocket. Tremendous fun which can be repeated quickly as the Oberlech mountain railway takes adventurous souls back to the start within four minutes.

Modern technology makes it possible. While it used to be infinitely tedious to trudge through the winter landscape despite wearing snowshoes, snowshoeing is today one of the most pleasant and most relaxing ways to exercise in the open air during winter. And what's more, snowshoeing is one of the sustainable winter sports. That is because it allows everything that is good for relaxation and revival to be combined – nature as far as the eye can see, clear, fresh mountain air and steady, rhythmic exercise. The great thing about it is that no special knowledge or specific training are needed for snowshoeing. Whoever wants to try it out can rent the equipment on-site – Lech Zürs Tourist Office has the necessary information. Buckle up the snowshoes and get moving. Fans of this sport will find an almost endless array of possibilities in Lech Zürs. Highly recommended: a hike with a guide. The guide knows the area inside out and leads hikers on the most beautiful routes to the most amazing places in Lech Zürs. Not only sun terraces, huts and "Alps", but also numerous staging points invite you to take a well earned rest. Experience the stillness and enjoy nature in her primordial form.

Arlberg and the ski schools of Lech, Oberlech and Zürs make an outstanding combination. On the one hand, there is the fascination of an exceptional ski area and, on the other, a range of ski schools which are striving to surpass their guests’ expectations. Skischool Lech group courses and private instruction -- Ski courses for children aged between 41/2 – 12 years – Location: Lech Kinderland near the Flühenlift & Lech-Oberlech ski slopes – Lunch taken together in one of the restaurants at the slope (costs: € 12,50 (lunch & drink) chips ”kids menu” available at the ski school – Meeting point group assignment: 10.00 am at Hotel Arlberg – Group courses in 6 different skill levels (Special: ”Early Bird” intensive courses in small groups with max. 5 children)

Arlberg and the ski schools of Lech, Oberlech and Zürs make an outstanding combination. On the one hand, there is the fascination of an exceptional ski area and, on the other, a range of ski schools which are striving to surpass their guests’ expectations. Schneesportschule Omeshorn Alpincenter Lech:private instruction