Lech Ski Resort Guide
Lech, Austria
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 260km |
| Highest Lift | 2,810m |
| Resort Height | 1,450m |
| Nearest Airports | St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Friedrichshafen |
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Lech
The ski area of Lech is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,450m, with 260km of marked runs.
Summary
Lech is part of the Arlberg ski area with access to 340km of downhill skiing, with 248 marked pistes, served by a total of 97 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Lech itself (260km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Arlberg ski resorts of St. Anton am Arlberg, St Christoph am Arlberg, Stuben and Zürs.
With ski lifts as high as 2,810m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Lech is highly rated by Snowboarders and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Lech.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Langer Zug Nr.37'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Lech?
The next notable snow forecast is 11cm, expected on 19 December, with around 86cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
| Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed |
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| Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to 1,659m |
Ski Area Stats
Lech Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 18 | 33km |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 80 | 135km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 42 | 112km |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 4 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 260km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 23km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 34 | |
Arlberg Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 129 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 77 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 8 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 340km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 97 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Lech Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,810m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,450m |
| Resort Altitude (Lech) | 1,450m |
| Max Vertical | 1,360m |
Ski Slope Aspects
N, E, S, W
Lech has ski slopes facing north, south, as well as west and east, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Lech
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Lech Ski Schools and Lech Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Lech?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Bludenz District, Vorarlberg.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Lech is St. Gallen-Altenrhein, 67 minutes drive away.
Friedrichshafen, Innsbruck Airport, Memmingen, Zurich, Bolzano, Basel, Munich and Stuttgart airports are all within three hours drive.
St. Gallen-Altenrhein is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 34 ski lifts are able to uplift 44,600 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 105km of ski runs, with 96 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Lech open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Lech Webcams
The Webcams in Lech are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
