Winter holidays in Vorarlberg
Your winter holiday in Vorarlberg is waiting for you: the idyllic snowy landscape attracts many visitors also beyond the ski regions to enjoy a ski holiday in the Montafon. Winter holidays in Austria however offer much more than just skiing. Winter activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and tobogganing are very popular with the guests of the Löwen Hotel. Whether you are looking for a sporty or relaxing holiday, the Löwen Hotel in Vorarlberg offers perfect access to all winter activities in Austria.
Vorarlberg snow experiences beyond the ski regions
Our hotel on the piste is the ideal place for a winter or skiing holiday in Schruns. But even if you're not a ski fan or just want to try something different, there are plenty of opportunities around the Hotel Löwen. Discover what exciting off-piste winter activities await you on your winter vacation in Austria.
There is something primal about hiking through the snow-covered Vorarlberg countryside. Often the only sound you hear is the gentle crunch of the snow under your snowshoes and your own breathing as you climb the mountain. Our ancestors appreciated snowshoes when they had to move around between mountains and valleys. Nowadays, hiking in Austria's clear, white snow is becoming increasingly popular, especially during the winter holidays. More than 20 hiking trails around the Montafon ski area constantly offer new insights into the nature of the mountains. So, pack your warmest jumper and get ready for a snowshoe holiday in Austria.
Glide through the Austrian mountains. Feel the clear air and know that you are doing something good for yourself and your body. Cross-country skiing in the Montafon ski region combines sport with nature enjoyment and exercise with relaxation. More than 80 km of classic cross-country trails weave their way between the impressive mountain peaks. The region also offers 17 km of skating trails.
A winter holiday in Austria wouldn't be complete without a sleigh ride down the mountain. There are toboggan runs of varying degrees of difficulty for even the most cautious of visitors. In Montafon, tobogganing can be enjoyed both day and night, and some toboggan runs are illuminated at night.Of course, you don't need to bring your own toboggan. Toboggans can be hired on site.
THE TOBOGGAN RUNS AT A GLANCE
- Silvretta Montafon Kapell: 5.4 km long and ideal for families
- Golm Latschau: 3 km long and a bit more challenging
- Lindauerhütte: a 7 km natural toboggan run
- Grabs/Gauertal
- Kristberg: unassuming but fun toboggan run particularly popular with the youngest guests
- Muttersberg
- Silvretta Montafon Garfrescha: Vorarlberg’s longest night toboggan run with a length of 5.5 km
It’s always nice to swap your skis for sturdy winter boots during a winter holiday, especially when the Montafon ski region offers unique experiences on the peaks of Vorarlberg. The hike from the Apilagrat to the Sennigrat even starts before the skiing – always accompanied by breathtaking mountain scenery. At night, torch-lit hikes are popular with guests of all ages. Winter holidays in Austria are as much about the warming food as they are the winter sports; a nice “Kasknöpflerunde” (cheese spaetzli meal) and lots of fresh Alpine air are also included.
You can also round off your adventurous winter holiday in Austria with the following activities:
- Ice skating, ice disco, ice hockey or ice stock sports in the winter world of Montafon
- Slope bully riding
- Paragliding at dizzying heights
- Romantic horse-drawn carriage rides through snow-covered countryside
Holiday fun in a winter wonderland
Whether it is skiing, tobogganing or a romantic snowshoe hike – the Montafon is a dream destination for all winter lovers. Plan your winter or ski holiday in the Montafon now and enjoy the amenities at the four-star superior Hotel Löwen, such as the spa area or the excellent culinary offerings, after an eventful day in the snow.