An Austrian ski holiday to St Anton

Since 1920 there has been professional skiing in the Austrian village of St Anton and it’s easy to see why. Situated at the western end of the Tirol in the Austrian Alps, the attractive resort of St Anton Is nestled in a narrow valley at the foot of the Arlberg pass. Its position means great skiing can be had on a holiday to St Anton particularly for intermediate or experienced skiers. The lively resort is suited to a younger crowd - groups of friends or couples after some action both on and off the slopes.

Off piste and après piste in St Anton

St Anton is a charming village of traditional Austrian houses and modern buildings. It is a popular resort and can get crowded, but that simply adds to the fun-loving atmosphere, particularly in the evening. St Anton also has access to the other good ski resorts in the area of St Christoph and Pettreu.

When the snow is fresh there’s some great skiing to be had off piste for experienced skiers. Intermediate skiers have plenty of slopes to choose from, and ski lifts reach the nearby resorts of Rauz and Stuben. Although a ski holiday to St Anton is not ideal for beginners, families are catered for, as the Alberg Ski School teaches children, including toddlers how to ski.

There is plenty of off piste action for snowboarders around St Anton. Although the best snowboarding spots are difficult to reach, the snowboarding opportunities they do offer are worth the effort.

In the car free centre of St Anton, the picturesque village has managed to remain traditional but still come alive at night when the ski crowd take to the bars and clubs. With over 60 restaurants in the resort there is lots of choice. Try The Hospiz Alm in neighbouring St Christoph for local food and charm, or savour a three-course dinner in one of St Anton’s five star hotels. There’s live music at the Platzi bar, or party in Mexican style at Bo Bo’s bar.

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There’s no better place to go to for a ski holiday with a group of friends than the resort of St Anton. A holiday with lastminute.com ensures an affordable holiday to a first class ski resort where you can practice and improve your skiing or snowboarding before partying the night away. Book all your holidays to Austria with lastminute.com