Cross-country skiing on the Arlberg
Classic or skating – enjoy winter at your own pace
Cross-country skiing in St. Anton am Arlberg is a wonderful way to experience winter away from the alpine ski slopes. More than 40 kilometres of cross-country trails lead through the Stanzertal valley, into the Verwall and up to St. Christoph, with everything from relaxed routes for beginners to more demanding trails for experienced cross-country skiers.
Whether you prefer classic technique or skating, cross-country skiing combines exercise, nature and the quieter side of winter in the Arlberg. If you would like to head out in the evening, Pettneu also offers a floodlit trail for night cross-country skiing.
Cross-country ski schools and equipment rental are also available in the region. Our team at Arlen Lodge will be happy to help you choose a suitable route and share personal tips for your day on the trails.
- Stanzertal trail (22 km): From the start of the trail at the recycling centre in St. Anton am Arlberg, the Stanzertal trail leads gently downhill along the Rosanna, with access points in all towns in our holiday region, to Flirsch and back again. Please take care in a blind bend shortly after the first few kilometres!
- St. Christoph cross-country ski trail (2.5 km): Circular trail at 1,800 metres. Short descents and ascents. Good meeting point with alpine skiers on the sun terraces of St. Christoph am Arlberg.
- Verwall trail (10 km): The Verwall trail branches off on the Arlbergstraße opposite the Hotel Mooserkreuz, where the start is located after 200 metres. The trail leads off the track through the romantic Verwalltal valley and circles the Verwallsee lake. Demanding, scenic cross-country ski trail. Constant alternation between descents and ascents. At some narrow sections with only classic tracks, we ask skaters to be considerate! Refreshments available at the Wagner Hütte.
- Ganderau trail (3 km): Easy trail without challenging sections, ideal for beginners and inexperienced skiers. Start east of the Hotel Tirolerhof or at the fire station in St. Jakob am Arlberg.
- Pettneu football pitch cross-country ski trail with night skiing (2 km): Easy, flat circuit from the Wellnesspark Arlberg Stanzertal in Pettneu am Arlberg westwards, including through the Rosanna stadium at the football pitch. Night cross-country skiing with floodlights: From December to March, every Monday and Friday from dusk.
- Pofel trail (1.5 km): In Pettneu am Arlberg, east of the Arlberg Stanzertal wellness park between the "Rosanna" river and the motorway with an ascent and descent.
- Reit trail (2 km): Easy, flat circuit, east of Pettneu am Arlberg, with connection to the Stanzertal trail. Ideal training circuit.