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Ski Arlberg Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed April 19
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Resort Guide
Ski Arlberg is Austria’s largest interconnected ski area, spanning the regions of Tyrol and Vorarlberg and encompassing renowned villages such as St. Anton, Lech, Zürs, Stuben, Warth, and Schröcken. The resort offers over 300 kilometers of marked ski runs and 200 kilometers of deep-snow routes, catering to all ability levels with modern lift infrastructure and extensive off-piste opportunities. Its alpine setting, vibrant après-ski culture, and diverse terrain make it a premier destination for both advanced skiers and families seeking a comprehensive winter experience. Key amenities include ski schools, mountain restaurants, and a well-developed network of lifts and services.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Ski Arlberg
Lifts
85
Skiable area
7413 ac
Longest run
8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Runs by difficulty(130 total)
Beginner
52
40% of terrain
Intermediate
61
47% of terrain
Advanced
17
13% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola12
- Chondola1
- Aerial tram5
- Surface lift24
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
MooserWirt – Renowned as one of the most iconic après-ski bars in the Alps, MooserWirt in St. Anton am Arlberg is famous for its energetic atmosphere, lively music, and packed outdoor terrace where skiers gather for unforgettable parties after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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Off-season · 440cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 465cm full-season avg
440cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~290.4 cm. That's 34% below the 5-year average (440 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 38% below the 30-year average (465 cm).
Ski Arlberg Season Snowfall
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Ski Arlberg Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 579cm with an average of 128 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 10% above this average (639cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 71cm | 15 days | 27cm | 55cm | 17cm |
| December | 87cm | 18 days | 73cm | 104cm | 17cm |
| January | 85cm | 18 days | 110cm | 141cm | 17cm |
| February | 81cm | 17 days | 139cm | 165cm | 16cm |
| March | 85cm | 19 days | 152cm | 178cm | 16cm |
| April | 62cm | 15 days | 140cm | 172cm | 13cm |
| May | 37cm | 10 days | 71cm | 119cm | 12cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
56 days scored, from 22 Feb
68
Best Day
22 Feb
8
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
5
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 6822 Feb17cm
- 5223 Feb1cm
- 4524 Feb7cm
March 2026
- 6327 Mar11cm
- 6229 Mar5cm
- 5931 Mar10cm
April 2026
- 561 Apr3cm
- 492 Apr
- 423 Apr1cm
February scored highest for Ski Arlberg in 2025-26. Based on 56 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 6, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Ski Arlberg
- Where is Ski Arlberg?
- Ski Arlberg is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Ski Arlberg?
- Ski Arlberg runs from a base elevation of 1,304 m (4,278 ft) to a summit of 2,811 m (9,222 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,507 m (4,944 ft).
- How big is Ski Arlberg?
- Ski Arlberg has 7,413 acres (3,000 hectares) of skiable terrain, 130 marked runs and 85 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Ski Arlberg?
- Ski Arlberg is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Ski Arlberg?
- Ski Arlberg typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Ski Arlberg get in a typical season?
- Ski Arlberg averages 354 inches / 899 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
