Discover Sankt Anton am Arlberg

Sankt Anton am Arlberg combines a rich winter sports history with diverse mountain experiences in summer. Those looking for a holiday apartment for a varied stay will find different opportunities here for active days, cultural discoveries and shared activities. The Ski Arlberg offering is particularly distinctive, with 300 kilometres of ski runs, 200 kilometres of off-piste routes and 85 cable cars and lifts.

Winter sports with a remarkable history

The importance of skiing in Sankt Anton am Arlberg is not limited to the present day. The first ski club was founded here as early as 1901. The first ski race took place in St. Anton am Arlberg in 1904, and Austria’s first ski school was opened there in 1921. These three historical milestones also make the resort interesting for travellers who do not want to define their winter holiday solely by the number of kilometres of pistes.

When planning your accommodation, the desired mix of activities during your stay can therefore play a role. If extensive skiing options and off-piste routes are your main priorities, the possibilities mentioned above provide an important point of reference. If you would like to combine active days with local history, you can complement your stay with cultural attractions and historical topics.

Local ski history and special places

The Ski & Local Heritage Museum was established in 1981 in the stylish interior of the manor house. The upper floor contains seven exhibition rooms. They document the local history of skiing and the development of St. Anton am Arlberg into a world-renowned ski resort. The museum therefore offers a focused insight into the traditions that have shaped the resort.

The historical character also includes the Arlberg Kandahar Home, a hunting lodge built in Tyrolean style overlooking Sankt Anton am Arlberg. Those interested in regional architectural styles, the history of skiing and the development of the resort can specifically take these topics into account when putting together their trip. This creates space for quieter discoveries alongside the sporting programme.

Summer lifts, trails and puzzle adventures

Sankt Anton am Arlberg also offers various ways to experience the mountains in summer. The summer lifts provide direct access to the starting points of circular hiking trails, mountain tours and via ferrata routes. Mountain bike tours are available for cyclists in the mountains, including the Rendl Trail. Depending on your personal interests, you can include hiking, mountain tours, climbing and mountain biking experiences in your plans.

Another way to discover the resort is the Detective Trail. This interactive puzzle adventure leads through Sankt Anton am Arlberg and includes 17 stations. The trail starts and ends at the Sankt Anton am Arlberg tourist office. This means the experience can be planned as a self-contained activity focused on observing your surroundings together and solving the tasks.

Tobogganing as a separate activity

For a winter day away from skiing, the toboggan run is a good option. Its starting point is at an altitude of 1,850 metres and can be reached from Nasserein by gondola. The toboggan run is classified as moderately difficult and is suitable for beginners and families. This information helps you assess tobogganing as a separate activity and take your preferred daily rhythm into account when choosing your holiday apartment.

Whether you focus on Ski Arlberg, the history of skiing, summer lifts or shared puzzle and tobogganing experiences, Sankt Anton am Arlberg offers several clearly distinct reasons to visit.

Discover more destinations

If you would also like to consider other destinations when planning your trip, you can also include Zams, Sankt Jakob am Arlberg, Kappl-Bach, Kaunertal, Tobadill, Langesthei, Pians and Pfunds in your plans.

For the overarching travel overview: Landeck.