St. Anton Ski Holidays

St. Anton Overview

St. Anton is a stunning mountain village with advanced skiing available as well as some world famous après ski venues. It's also part of the biggest linked ski area in Austria, The Arlberg region.

St. Anton is top resort for expert skiers and snowboarders and attracts visitors from around the world due to it boasting 305km of connected slopes.

A great way to view the area is to try the Run of Fame which is a 65km route starting in St Anton and ending up in the resort of Warth-Schröcken. There is also a huge powder filled snowfield for advanced skiers and boarders

The center of the village has a pretty pedestrianised street full of shops, cafes, restaurants as well as some lively bars and clubs and the party goes on until the early hours of the morning.

St. Anton Ski Information

Resort height - 1304m

Snow range - 1304 - 2811m

Ski area - Arlberg - 305km (St Anton, St Christoph, Stuben and Pettneu 128km)

Easy - 130km (57km)

Intermediate - 124km (45km)

Difficult - 51km (26km)

Snow-making facilities - 60%

Snow parks - 1

Ski lifts - (Cable cars - 5, Gondolas - 10, Chair lifts - 44, Drag lifts - 28, Magic carpets - 24)

Things to do in St. Anton

Activities - St. Anton am Arlberg is one of Austria’s best-known winter destinations, offering far more than skiing. Visitors can spend their days exploring the extensive ski area, trying snowboarding, joining a guided snowshoe walk or enjoying the scenery on a winter hiking trail. Tobogganing is another popular activity, with the natural landscape providing a memorable setting for a day in the snow. For a more relaxed experience, visitors can enjoy the village’s cafés, restaurants and traditional Tyrolean atmosphere. The area also offers opportunities for cross-country skiing, ice skating and wellness, making it easy to combine outdoor adventures with time to unwind. After a day on the slopes, St. Anton is known for its lively après-ski scene. Mountain huts and bars provide places to meet for drinks and music before the evening continues in the village. With its combination of alpine activities, winter scenery, dining and entertainment, St. Anton offers plenty of ways to enjoy a winter holiday both on and off the slopes.

Restaurants - St. Anton am Arlberg offers a diverse restaurant scene, ranging from traditional Tyrolean cuisine and cosy mountain huts to sophisticated fine dining. After a day on the slopes, visitors can enjoy hearty Austrian classics, international dishes or a relaxed meal with views of the surrounding Alps. The resort also has several restaurants in and around the village, making it easy to find options for both casual lunches and special evening meals. Examples include MUSEUM Restaurant - Cafe, which combines modern mountain cuisine with Austrian and international influences in a historic setting, and Arlberg Hospiz Alm in St. Christoph, known for its alpine atmosphere and more refined dining. For an elegant evening, Gourmetrestaurant Tannenhof and Alpin Gourmet Stube are examples of the area's fine-dining options.

Apres Ski & Nightlife - St. Anton am Arlberg is famous for its energetic après-ski scene, where the fun often begins before the ski day has completely ended. Mountain huts and slope-side bars combine music, drinks and dancing, creating a lively atmosphere as skiers come off the slopes. Well-known examples include MooserWirt and Krazy Kanguruh, both closely associated with St. Anton’s après-ski culture. As the afternoon turns into evening, the action moves into the village, where visitors can choose from pubs, cocktail bars, live-music venues and nightclubs. Murrmel Bar is one example for live music, while Alibi Bar and Bar Cuba offer more options for an evening out. The result is a winter nightlife scene that can suit different moods, from a relaxed drink after skiing to a much livelier evening with music and dancing.

Airport Transfers - How to get to St. Anton

We can organise your transfers from Salzburg airport, Innsbruck airport, Zurich airport, Friedrichshafen airport or Munich airport. You can also choose between a shuttle transfer which can be more economical if only a few people are travelling or a private transfer which will take you direct from the airport to your accommodation.

Distance to Innsbruck Airport: 96km

Distance to Friedrichshafen Airport: 130km

Distance to Zurich Airport: 191km

Distance to Munich Airport: 221km

Distance to Salzburg Airport: 275km

If you are making your own way to the resort by car - make sure you have the "Vignette" sticker as you will need this to travel on the highways in Austria otherwise you would receive a fine.