Ski Holidays in St Anton, Austria

St Anton is a Mecca for all serious skiers and snowboarders. Widely considered to be one of the world's top 10 ski resorts, you'll struggle to find a location better for extreme sports like this, and it's also one of our favorite places here at iSki. But what makes St. Anton ski holidays stand out from the rest?

The Location - St Anton am Arlberg Resort

Before taking a look at the skiing available in St Anton, it makes sense to have a brief tour of the location. St Anton am Arlberg, or St Anton for short is a small Austrian village situated amongst the Tyrolean Alps. St Anton is often referred to as "the cradle of alpine skiing" thanks to the role it has played in making this extreme sport popular, and many of the world's greatest skiers have spent time on these slopes. You don't need to be a pro to enjoy ski holidays in St Anton, though.

With a bustling pedestrianized center, those who don't want to hit the slopes won't run out of things to do. You can spend the trip exploring the many beautiful boutiques, exquisite restaurants, and cozy cafes on offer in St Anton, or you could spend some time with nature, exploring the serene landscapes surrounding the ski slopes.

The Ski Resort - St Anton Ski Holidays

St Anton is famed for its reliable snowfall, a wide variety of stunning slopes, and the breathtaking backdrop of the Tyrolean Alps, offering the chance to experience a place that feels truly out of this world. Plus you can find amazing St Anton ski deals. St Anton is also part of the renowned Arlberg Ski-Circus. This group includes Lech, Zurs, Stuben, St Christoph, and Warth, with the whole group offering 340km of pistes for you to enjoy during your stay in Austria.

The main resort sits at around 1304m above sea level, providing panoramic views of the Tyrolean Alps and an excellent snow record for skiers to take advantage of. The highest lift at St Anton reaches a dizzyingly high 2811m, giving you more than 1500m of runway to launch yourself down the slopes.