Situated at the heart of the Arlberg ski area, St Anton is one of the Alps’ leading resorts with plenty of luxury accommodation, modern infrastructure and legendary après-ski and nightlife.
The Resort
Situated in the heart of Austria’s Arlberg region, St Anton is a world-class mountain resort that has kept its authentic Tyrolean character. The resort’s skiing heritage dates back to the early 1900s when local pioneer Hannes Schneider established his groundbreaking ski school here, developing the Arlberg technique that would revolutionise alpine skiing. Its rich history, combined with excellent snow conditions, extensive terrain and an efficient modern lift system, have secured St Anton’s position as one of the Alps’ most renowned resorts.
The traditional village, at an altitude of 1,304 metres, stretches along the valley floor with the pedestrianised Dorfstrasse at its heart. Recent developments of lift infrastructure, luxury chalets, apartments and hotels have been sensitively executed, and St Anton retains its traditional mountain atmosphere with classic Austrian architecture, onion-domed churches and ancient farmhouses. The quieter hamlets of Nasserein and St Christoph offer alternative bases, with St Christoph, at 1,800m, providing a more exclusive, snow-sure setting.
Following the completion of the Flexenbahn link in 2016, the Arlberg ski area is now Austria’s largest interconnected system with 305 kilometres of marked rus. St Anton’s off-piste terrain is as good as you will find anywhere in the Alps, with many challenging routes accessible from the Valluga and Schindler peaks. Predominantly north-facing slopes and reliable snowfall ensure excellent conditions throughout the season, and the modern lift infrastructure allows swift access to neighboring Lech and Zürs and the other resorts in the Arlberg area.
St Anton is easily reached via direct trains from Innsbruck, Zurich and Friedrichshaven airports. Famous for its legendary après-ski centered around the Mooserwirt and Krazy Kanguruh, alongside excellent mountain restaurants and traditional gasthofs, St Anton successfully balances serious skiing with classic Austrian hospitality.
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The St. Anton Ski Area
St Anton’s local terrain is renowned for its challenging slopes and extensive off-piste opportunities. The main ski area spans both sides of the valley, with the Galzig gondola providing the primary access from village level to the varied terrain of Galzig and Schindler peaks, while the Rendl gondola serves the more laid-back slopes on the sunny side of the valley.
The Valluga sector, reaching 2,811 metres, offers some of the most demanding skiing in the Alps. The top section, accessible only with a guide, provides hair-raising descents towards Zürs, while the marked runs below Valluga II include some of St Anton’s most challenging pistes. The Schindler and Kapall areas offer excellent intermediate terrain, though even the blue runs here tend to be more demanding than in many other resorts.
Off-piste opportunities are almost limitless, with the back of Valluga, the Schindler north face, and the famous Mattun and Hinter Rendl routes providing some of the Alps’ classic descents. The resort is also a mecca for ski tourers, with popular routes including the challenging Malun circuit and the spectacular descent from the Kuchenspitze.
Following the completion of the Flexenbahn link in 2016, the entire Arlberg region, including Lech, Zürs, and Warth-Schröcken, is now easily accessible from St Anton, creating a massive 305 kilometre network of marked runs. The north-facing aspect of many slopes, coupled with high altitude and excellent snowmaking, ensures reliable conditions throughout the season.
While St Anton is famous for its expert terrain, intermediates will find plenty to enjoy, particularly on the Rendl side and the cruising runs towards Nasserein, though less confident skiers should be aware that even blue runs can be steep by international standards.