The cradle of Alpine skiing
Last but not least, the Arlberg region delights in an exceptional concentration of four- and five-star hotels and award-winning restaurants. Despite the rich diversity of the five communities which comprise the Arlberg region, the thing which they all have in common is an uncompromising commitment to exclusivity, which makes the cradle of Alpine skiing a legend even in our times.
More than 20 varieties of orchid –— 10 different types of gentian –— Fossils up to 200 million years old –— 1,000 dolines (special geological feature)
It is a legend in itself, a byword for passion, the crowning pinnacle of winter sports! The Arlberg region – the cradle of Alpine skiing and the home of choice for all those who have succumbed to the fascination of the Alpine winter. When, in late autumn, the first snow showers sweep across the high pass between Austria’s most westerly federal provinces, a longing seizes hold of people all around the world. Visit the Arlberg once, and its magic spell over you will never again be broken. It lies in the unique character of this landscape, enhanced by every facet of the pleasures of the winter season. It lies in the warm hospitality of the locals, who have preserved their identity and traditions. And it lies in the wonderful experiences of something chic, tasteful, and of the highest quality which are gifted by a holiday in the Arlberg.
For nowhere else will you find such an exquisite and well-matched pairing of unspoilt trueness to self with a lived openness to the world, of idyllic modesty with pulsating living, sporting adventure, and luxurious comforts. Here, nature has accomplished great things, and winter sports have found their true destiny. Once you have stood in the crystal-clear air of a winter morning on one of the commanding heights of the Arlberg, you will never again want to miss out on this majestic experience. In the north the steep peaks and fine-edged ridges of the Limestone Alps, in the south the ice-covered giant mountains formed from prehistoric rock, with the mountain ranges being linked together into a single, breathtaking backdrop. There is hardly any other landscape in the Alps which is simultaneously so richly varied, so challenging, and so inviting. From the plunging thrill of the steep slope to gently-sloping upland pastures, and