Snow paradise Arlberg
The home of winter
White mountain peaks, sparkly snow and winter idyll as far as the eye can see: Spending a winter holiday at the Arlberg is an unforgettable experience. Especially during the colder months, the breathtaking beauty of Austrian nature is on full display. What winter sports enthusiasts particularly like about our Hotel Sonnenburg in Lech? The combination of our location directly on the slopes in the middle of the ski resort Lech Zürs, the seventh largest in the world, and a wide range of winter sports activities for young and old. Even off the slopes.
Winter in Lech am Arlberg
in all its facets
Why spend your winter holidays in Austria at the Arlberg?
Three good reasons (among many)
Snow guaranteed
Oberlech am Arlberg lies at 1,650 metres and guarantees winter holidaymakers snow from November until the end of April.
Car-free
Unique in Europe: Oberlech is car-free in winter. Why? All hotels are connected by a tunnel system.
At the slopes
On your skis, get set, go! Start your day on skis directly in front of the Sonnenburg – ski-in/ski-out in Austria at its finest!
Alpine country house charm meets generous space: The Junior Suite accommodates up to 5 guests and is one of the most favoured rooms at the Sonnenburg.
Our Deluxe double Room in the Landhaus can accommodate up to 4 guests, offering cozy tranquility and magnificent mountain views from the balcony. Ideal for couples or families with up to two children.
Redesigned in 2025, our Double rooms in the Landhaus unite tranquillity, views and comfort - perfect for couples, solo travellers or guests of our conference centre. Thanks to the special location, every morning starts peacefully with a view of the Wösterspitzen.
For solo travellers, athletes, conference guests or children who like to have their own space. The single rooms in the country house are the perfect place to recharge your batteries and enjoy restful nights in a relaxed, peaceful location.
The Platinum Suite in the Sonnenburg's Stammhaus offers two separate rooms and a well-designed living concept for up to 5 people. Families and couples alike enjoy plenty of space, peace and quiet, and mountain views here.
The Platinum Plus Suite in the Sonnenburg Stammhaus impresses with its generous space and well-thought-out room layout. Large families or groups of friends attending conferences particularly appreciate the fact that the suite offers separate living and sleeping areas for up to 6 people.
Families with 1-2 children or couples appreciate the layout and comfort of the Gold Junior Suite. Up to 4 people can stay comfortably in two separate rooms with stylish design.
The Silver Double Room at the Sonnenburg's Stammahus leaves no wishes unfulfilled for up to 3 people. Small families, couples, or solo travelers with high standards can enjoy comfort with mountain views in an atmosphere of absolute well-being.
Our highlights for skiers on winter holidays at the Arlberg
For you, winter holidays are not complete without skiing? Then our ski hotel on the slopes of the Arlberg is always the right choice. In the centre of Austria’s largest ski area, ski enthusiasts can’t wish for more.
- Austria’s largest interconnected ski area, the seventh largest worldwide
- 305 km of ski slopes
- 200 km of deep snow runs
- 88 modern lifts and cable cars
- heliskiing in deep snow
- snow guaranteed in one of the snowiest regions in the Alps
- ski-in/ski-out
- ski rental in the hotel
- heated ski room for your gear
- ski pass issued in the hotel
- ski school for children, teenagers and adults
- fun parks & snowboarding
- Ski Arlberg app
- guided ski tours
- cross-country skiing on groomed trails
Winter at the Arlberg
off the slopes
Even though skiing and snowboarding are at the heart of winter holidays in Austria for many people, many are also looking for more. For more variety. For something more extraordinary. Luckily, Lech has it all in winter. From the classic alternatives to skiing off the slopes – winter hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing – to fun family activities such as tobogganing, ice stock sports and more.
But people are also visiting our beautiful mountain home to join some of the events our region is known for. And of course, also for literary events and book readings directly in the Sonnenburg. Simply the perfect alternative – and complement – to your staple adventures on the slopes.
Carriage ride
A horse-drawn carriage ride through the wintry mountains: That’s our definition of a dream in white. Wrapped up in cosy blankets and with a warm mulled wine in your hand, you decide whether you want to go to Zug, the Alphorn, the Klösterle or the Älpele. All views are stunning!
Ice skating
Winter holidaymakers in Lech can enjoy ice skating on the picturesque natural ice rink in Zürs. On Wednesdays, it gets really romantic here: Candlelight ice skating under a starry sky is a must. Regardless of the weather, you can also always head to the indoor ice rink in Lech.
Ice stock sport
Not only ice skaters and ice hockey players of all ages feel at home on the natural ice rink in Zürs. The people of Vorarlberg like to venture out onto the ice for a game similar to curling, followed by a warming Jagertee or waffles. Grab your ice stock, warm up and have fun!
Tobogganing
Tobogganing is great fun for the whole family and the toboggan run is right on the doorstep of Hotel Sonnenburg: 1.2 kilometres from Oberlech down to Lech. The run ends at the valley station of the Lech-Oberlech gondola – so hop on and go again! The highlight of your winter holidays at the Arlberg: night tobogganing under the stars until 10 pm! A truly sensational winter activity.
Sports & fun
sport.park.lech is our tip for all weather conditions: Indoors, the whole family can compete in bowling, billiards, darts or on the indoor tennis court. Sports classes – from fitness, aerobics, dancing, yoga to Pilates – give you something new to try. Outdoors, you’ll find a multifunctional pitch for football, badminton or volleyball matches and climbers can prove themselves on the bouldering wall.
Winter events
Culture, dance and entertainment: Have a look at the event calendar for the time of your winter holidays in Lech. In addition to exciting ski and snowboard races, legendary events such as the Fantastic Gondolas, wine gondolas or the Music Festival of the Tanzcafé Arlberg take place in winter at the Arlberg as well. Readings and literary events entertain you directly in the Sonnenburg.
Wellness in winter
with views of the Arlberg
After a day out and about in the fresh mountain air, it’s time for a break. Our well-equipped wellness area rounds off every winter holiday in Lech am Arlberg.
Swim a few laps in our luxurious panorama pool while you enjoy the breathtaking views of the snow-covered mountains. Or warm up in various saunas and relax your strained muscles after eventful winter sports adventures. Finally, a soothing massage in our spa at the Arlberg is the cherry on top of your relaxing wind-down.
