Off-Piste and Freeride Map – St. Anton am Arlberg

Including St. Anton, Stuben, Rendl, St. Christoph, and Zürs

Arlberg Off-Piste Skiing

The Arlberg ski resort is globally renowned as one of the top destinations for off-piste skiing. Each area offers something unique for off piste and ski touring (Back Country Skiing) enthusiasts:

St. Anton am Arlberg:

On big powder days, Galzig and Gampen offer incredible off-piste skiing throw the trees.

The legendary descent from Valluga down to Zürs (Lech) is one of the most iconic off-piste runs in the world. However, Valluga’s alpine terrain is highly challenging with complex avalanche conditions, requiring expert knowledge and caution. Access is only allowed with a certified UIAGM mountain guide or a local ski instructor.

For those keen on ski touring, Rendl offers fantastic backcountry options in high alpine terrain, including large round-trip tours that can take you as far as Ischgl.

Explore some off-piste runs from St. Anton.

Off-Piste Stuben:

Stuben is perfect for all levels, from beginners to experts. Its accessible off-piste terrain makes it ideal for those new to off piste skiing. For advanced skiers, the expansive terrain provides endless opportunities. Stuben is also an excellent base for ski touring, with iconic routes to Kaltenberg, Wildebene, and Gstansjöchl, offering breathtaking alpine scenery.

Stuben lift-system takes you up to 2345 meters, where you can choose to ski tour up to summits such as:

Mariokopf
Langen Forest (tree skiing)
Knödelkopf
Peischlkopf
Wirt
And many more…

Alternatively, you can ski down the beautiful slopes into Verwalltal (Michlboeden) or through the Langen Forest. The terrain next to the piste offers ample space to practice your off-piste technique.

Explore more off-piste runs from Stuben.

Off-Piste Zürs:

Zürs offers easy accessible traverses (technically sometimes very challenging) to access a range of off-piste runs, from beginner-friendly terrain to expert-level challenges. However, these areas are frequently exposed to avalanche risks. Even though avalanche control is conducted through blasting, the snow may not release immediately, and avalanches can occur later in the day. Even skiers on seemingly safe on-piste terrain may be at risk from delayed avalanches, making it essential to avoid closed runs.

On the Wiesele run down to Lech, you pass near a road tunnel designed to protect from avalanches that can occur from the Rüffikopf side. These avalanches can potentially affect your route back to the bus station, particularly when temperatures rise quickly or the avalanche risk is at a high Level 3.

Freeride Zürs:

Zürs is home to some of the most challenging and spectacular routes in the entire Arlberg region. Well-known among the freeride elite, these include:

The “Höll” (Hell)
“Zuger Täli” (Private)
Nadelrinne

However, there is plenty of accessible off-piste terrain near the pistes for all skill levels. The areas of Zürs, Zug, and Lech are connected by the Weisse Ring (White Circle), a must-do circuit for any skier in the Arlberg area.

Explore more runs from Zürs.