Ski tours on the Arlberg: a range of touring options with fabulous panoramic views

Are you looking for an intense outdoor experience where you can enjoy fabulous panoramic views without actually skiing downhill? Then the Ski Arlberg ski region and the area around Lech am Arlberg are just right for you. The Arlberg is a real paradise for touring enthusiasts in Austria. The breathtaking mountains provide the perfect panoramic backdrop to make your Alpine ski tour a truly unforgettable experience. The region contains a broad range of ascending trails and descents – plenty of fantastic options for beginners, experienced ski tourers and everyone in between.

Your snow telephone on the Arlberg: the latest advice on the avalanche situation, weather & snow conditions

Safety is an important consideration for ski touring in wild terrain, and even on groomed routes it is advisable to check current snow and weather conditions on the Arlberg. Simply call the snow telephone to find out all the important information you need. The number is +43 5446 2565, and this service will provide you with updates around the clock and get you fully prepared to set off on your ski tour in Lech. Don't forget to take your camera – the panoramic Alpine views on the Arlberg are spectacular and unique!

The area around Lech and the Arlberg boasts the perfect terrain for a diverse range of ski touring options, from challenging routes with a considerable variation in altitude to more leisurely alternatives offering equally enchanting views. With plenty of access points on the Arlberg, you have ample opportunity to stop for a rest in one of the region's rustic Alpine huts. The centre of Lech also offers some choice options – the sun terrace of our hotel, the extremely popular Eisbar or a delightful meal at the brilliant Restaurant Martinstüberl. Numerous guesthouses invite visitors to enjoy a well-earned rest and a vibrant après-ski experience to round off their ski touring adventure. Night-time ski tours with head torches or by the light of the full moon are a particular highlight, especially when followed by a nightcap at the Tannbergerhof's The Cottage.