Ski holiday in the Montafon
The ski regions of the Austrian Alps await
There's plenty of snow in winter in the Montafon ski region - just one of the many reasons to come and ski in the Austrian Alps. The slopes of the local ski areas will inspire you to try out the sporty downhill runs. Ideal snow conditions, sunshine and slopes to suit all tastes keep guests coming back to the Löwen Hotel – your ideal ski hotel in Vorarlberg.
Highlights for your ski holidays in the Montafon:
- Convenient ski pass service: avoid long queues at the lift ticket counters - you can buy your ski pass (from 2 days) at our hotel reception.
- Seven ski areas in one of most beautiful winter regions of Austria
- 297 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes
- 119 varied pistes from easy to challenging – 109 km of blue pistes suitable for beginners and children, 78 km of red pistes and 58 km of black pistes
- 60 lifts
- 10 Alpine restaurants in the mountains, with a total of 9.000 seats
- Countless winter hiking trails through the Alps & valleys
Ski experiences in Vorarlberg - pure adrenaline
An extra dose of adrenaline is always welcome, and skiing in the Austrian Alps is a great way to get it. Skiing is likely to be a big part of your winter holiday in Vorarlberg. Action, fun and thrills await you in the ski resorts around the Löwen Hotel. Special speed and racing slopes entertain all alpine winter sports enthusiasts who like to compete with others. Seven extremely steep runs in the Montafon ski area guarantee a real adrenaline rush. The so-called "Black Scorpions" will get your pulse racing - a skiing experience at the limit that will impress even advanced skiers.
Selected Ski Areas in the Montafon
Our ski hotel in Vorarlberg is surrounded by some of the most beautiful ski areas in Austria. Whether you are a beginner, a pro, an adrenaline junkie or on a ski holiday with children, Montafon has the right slope for everyone. So pack your thick socks and your ski suit - fun in the snow is guaranteed for young and old alike.
Ufi' will i da Berg und ahe mit Rambazamba!" - that's the motto of the Silvretta Montafon ski resort. With Vorarlberg's longest downhill run, 140 perfectly groomed slopes, 35 lifts and countless exciting freeride routes, there is something for everyone. Culinary hotspots round off a day's skiing and invite you to linger and admire the mountain scenery.
Endless silence, a breathtaking mountain panorama and powder as far as the eye can see - this is what makes Gargellen so attractive to skiers, snowboarders and ski tourers. At 1,424 metres above sea level, the highest winter sports resort in the Montafon promises fun on the slopes on the border with Switzerland. Glittering snowfields and crystal clear mountain air are also ideal for snowshoeing.
Golm adventure mountain is the ideal place for a skiing and winter holiday with children in Vorarlberg. With nine lifts and 45 kilometres of slopes, there is something for every level of ability, from the easy practice slopes for exhilarating family descents to the 'Diabolo Piste' with a 70 per cent gradient for experts. The resort relies on solar power, and with the world's first solar-powered cable car, one in three guests is transported by the sun.
Towards the sun' is the motto of the Kristberg ski resort in the Silbertal valley. It is one of the sunniest ski resorts in the westernmost province of Austria. Wide pistes and friendly hospitality make Kristberg a very personal place for families and leisure skiers. Whether skiing, ski touring, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or sledging - choose your mountain experience and let the unique panorama do the rest.
In winter, the Silvretta-Bielerhöhe can be reached by the Vermuntbahn and the tunnel bus. Just getting there is an experience in itself. Far from civilisation, the Silvretta-Bielerhöhe glistens in pristine white. For the more adventurous, there is the Silvretta Ski Safari, which takes skiers from Vorarlberg into neighbouring Tyrol. The descent through the Ganifertal valley is a particularly impressive end to the ski safari and the day's skiing.
Skiing fun for kids in the Austrian Alps
Skiing comes naturally to some and slowly to others. We all have to start somewhere and the Austrian Alps are the perfect place for children and beginners. Learn how to stand safely on skis and take your first steps in the snow. Young guests at the Löwen Hotel will experience numerous adventures during their ski holiday. Many slopes and offers suitable for children provide variety and pure snow fun during a family holiday in Vorarlberg.
Ski schools in the Montafon
The first steps are always the hardest, especially without help. That's why, during your ski holiday in the Montafon, you can enjoy the professional support of local professionals to help you master your first skiing experience. Choose from a variety of individual programmes to find the perfect course for you. Experienced skiers can take a few private lessons here and there with a private instructor - and you'll be skiing the Alps before you know it.
Freeriding - deep powder action in the Montafon
Time to feel free! For those for whom skiing and snowboarding off-piste means pure freedom, the Montafon is a true paradise. The high alpine deep snow runs, and varied terrain offer pure adrenalin for free riders and make the hearts of adventurers beat faster. Your off-piste dreams will come true here, surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery. Let yourself go and enjoy the unique feeling of being close to nature with every turn.
Après Ski in Schruns
Skiing and après-ski have always gone hand in hand during a winter holiday in Austria. In the Alps, the great atmosphere in the rustic huts and traditional culinary delights are the perfect way to round off your skiing experience. A drink or a dance at an après ski party is just the perfect end to your ski day in the Montafon. Return to the Löwen Hotel for a nightcap or pamper yourself at the spa – you’ve earned it.