Zürs is one of Austria’s highest ski resorts sitting at approximately 1720 metres above sea level. It is situated between St Anton and Lech in the famous Arlberg Region.
This international resort offers excellent skiing and is a paradise for off piste skiing. Zurs offers a very high standard of accommodation and most accommodations are ski-in/ski-out.
Zürs is the exclusive little sister of Lech and features superb off-piste terrain for those so inclined. Small but perfectly formed, this hamlet of luxury hotels is seated on the slopes for a quick start each morning. Favoured by the wealthy, Zürs is best loved for its heliskiing, fine spas and stylish nightlife.
The Arlberg skipass pass covers the resorts of Zürs, Lech, Zug, Stuben, St Anton, Sonnenkopf and St Christoph.
Zürs ski area
Ski area is located just a short walk from the main hotels and is particularly good for children who are learning to ski. Intermediate and advanced skiers will be spoilt for choice, with lots of skiing to enjoy and a fast, efficient lift system with minimal queues to hold them up. If powder is what you’re after, you’ve come to the right place.
Zürs’ high altitude and snowy microclimate make it a powder seeker’s dream. The best place to head for powder is off the Balmen trail. With more than 7 metres of snow recorded each season across 180km of accessible terrain, the off-piste skiing is fantastic. There are also three snowparks (Easy Park, Snow park and Wall ride) aimed at varying levels.
Zürs apres-ski
Zürs is fairly quiet but there’s a small selection of bars and disco to choose from. Head for Ambiente and the Sporthotel Zürsersee for après-ski; and for a pleasant relaxing evening, visit the piano bar in the Hotel Thurnhers Alpenhof. If you’re after late night clubbing there is Vernissage bar and club at the Skiclub Alpenrose, currently the “in” venue; or the Zurserl disco in Hotel Edelweiss. Fine dining can be had at Zürserhof and the Lorunser.