Lech and its higher neighbor Zürs are the most glamorous and expensive resorts in Austria. Their shared slopes could easily be linked with those of St.Anton. However, that would mean that their rich and royal visitors would have to mingle with hoi polloi from the equally famous but less exclusive neighbor.

Lech is for those who don’t mind fur coats, do like well groomed, snow sure, cruising slopes, and are content to enjoy a winter holiday in pampered comfort and style in a traditional Alpine village.

There are challenging slopes available (mainly off-slope). The tougher slopes of St.Anton are only a short bus- or car ride away. But it is the part-timers, those who enjoy the après and the strolling as much as the winter sports who will get the most out of the resort.

It helps to have a deep pocket.

What’s Great

Fair-sized, largely intermediate slope network plus good off-slope terrain
Easy access to the tougher slopes of St Anton and other Arlberg resorts
Sunny slopes with excellent snow record and extensive snowmaking
Lively après-ski scene
Very chic resort, with some very comfortable hotels