Renowned for its exclusivity and top-notch facilities, Lech am Arlberg, along with its counterpart Zürs, provides skiers and snowboarders with an unmatched experience across 302 km of ski pistes.

Skiing in Lech Zürs

Beginners: Lech offers dedicated learning zones at the edge of the town and an array of easy runs further up the mountain. However, caution is advised for near-beginners when tackling the steep blue between Oberlech and Lech. Zürs, while also having suitable beginner slopes, offers fewer progression options.

Intermediates: Intermediate skiers are spoiled for choice in the Ski Arlberg. Oberlech provides gentle cruising runs, while the terrains served by the Steinmähder chair offer more challenging slopes.

Advanced: Experts can test their mettle on the Langer Zug, a 4.7 km groomed route from Rüfikopf that maxes out at an 80 % gradient, one of the steepest prepared pistes in the world. Add in the marked but ungroomed ski routes beneath the Steinmähder chair, from Trittkopf into Zürs, and from Madloch down to Zug, and you’ve got more than enough to keep advanced legs burning.

Off-piste: Beyond the markers lie some 200 km of high-Alpine powder routes. Classic lines include the bowls below Rüfikopf, the Trittkopf to Pazieltal or Stuben descents, and the Gams run from the top of Muggengrat. Lech is also Austria’s only heli-ski base, with drops on Mehlsack (2,652 m) and Schneetäli (2,450 m). Fresh snow is fantastic here, but a qualified guide and full safety gear are essential.

Snowboarding Lech Zürs is a haven for intermediate and advanced riders, offering a myriad of slopes to explore. However, snowboarders should be prepared for occasional traverses between lifts and be wary of some tricky chairlifts.

Families

Lech Zürs is renowned for its child-friendly ski slopes and well-equipped children's areas, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for budding skiers. Beyond skiing, winter in Lech Zürs transforms into a snowy playground. Children can dive into building snow castles, creating their version of snowmen, or even constructing igloos. Family-friendly activities abound: from exhilarating tobogganing, both with classic wooden sledges and the nimble mini bob, to serene horse-drawn sleigh rides blanketed in the enchanting winter landscape. For those looking to grace the ice, there are natural skating rinks in both Zürs and Lech. Parents wanting some alone time can tap into the range of professional childcare options available. This includes children's clubs in Lech, Zürs, and Oberlech, where young ones can enjoy skiing, tobogganing, or simply playing with their peers.

Activities

Snow activities: Snow-shoeing, sledding, winter hiking, tobogganing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, heli-skiing, cross-country skiing, snow bike, husky sledding.

Non-skiing activities: Ice skating, tandem flight, indoor sports facility and swimming pool, helicopter rides, ballooning, relaxation and massages.

Lech Zürs restaurants

A culinary journey awaits guests in Lech Zürs with a plethora of restaurants throughout the resort. Ranging from quaint eateries serving traditional Austrian delicacies to upscale dining experiences, there's a gastronomic treat for every preference.

Lech Zürs après-ski

Lech Zürs, known for its sophisticated charm, provides a vibrant après-ski scene that beckons visitors after a day on the slopes. Among the top après ski spots in Lech Zürs are Tannbergerhof, and the Umbrella Bar at the Burg Hotel.

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