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Vienna to St Anton am Arlberg (birthplace of alpine skiing)

Private transfer Vienna to St Anton am Arlberg — birthplace of alpine skiing, MooserWirt, Hospiz Alm. 580 km, 5 h 45 min. Fixed price, 24/7.

Departure airport Vienna (hotel or Vienna Airport VIE Schwechat)
Destination St Anton am Arlberg — Galzig, Valluga, MooserWirt, Hospiz Alm
Estimated distance 580 km
Estimated duration 5 h 45 min
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About this route

Route overview

St Anton am Arlberg is the historical birthplace of modern alpine skiing — a village (2500 inhabitants) on the Tirol-Vorarlberg border at 1304 m, where in 1901 Hannes Schneider founded the worlds first ski school and developed the Arlberg-Technik (parallel turns with body balance) still used worldwide. The Ski Club Arlberg was founded on 3 January 1901 — the oldest ski club in the Alps. The Ski Arlberg area (linked in 2016 with Lech-Zürs and Stuben by new gondolas) is the largest ski region in Austria: 305 km of slopes, 87 lifts, an altitude range of 1300-2811 m (Valluga), December-April season. Après-ski legends: MooserWirt on the home run (open from 14:00, the bar that ruined more careers than alcohol) with DJs and dancing in ski boots, Krazy Kanguruh (since 1965, founded by Australians), Heustadl and Underground. Hotels: Hotel Arlberg (Dorfstrasse 23, the Tschol family since 1959, 5*), Hospiz Alm (St. Christoph, an inn from 1386 founded by the shepherd Heinrich Findelkind for pilgrims and the oldest hospitality order in the Alps), Hotel Schwarzer Adler and Anthonys Life&Style Hotel. Restaurants: Hospiz Alm (premium Tirolean cuisine, famous wine cellar), Verwallstube on Galzig and Rendl Restaurant. 580 km via the A1, A12 and S16 motorways through the Arlberg tunnel (toll required) or via the Arlberg Pass (closed in winter), 5 h 45 min. The service runs 24/7, flight tracking from VIE, winter tyres from November, snow chains on board. From EUR 1650 in a Mercedes E-Class one-way for 1-3 passengers, from EUR 1950 in a V-Class for 4-6 (winter and New Year surcharge applies).

Best for

Most common use cases

  • Ski-history enthusiasts — the cradle of modern skiing 1901, Hannes Schneider, the Arlberg-Technik, the Arlberg Ski Museum
  • Après-ski guests at MooserWirt and Krazy Kanguruh — legends of Alpine partying, dancing in ski socks, the atmosphere kicks off at 14:00
  • Hospiz Alm and Hotel Arlberg guests — the oldest Alpine inn from 1386, the Mathäusla wine cellar from 1900, premium Tirolean cuisine

Details

Transfer Vienna (hotel or Vienna Airport VIE Schwechat) to St Anton am Arlberg — Galzig, Valluga, MooserWirt, Hospiz Alm

This route is delivered in a premium direct arrival model with strong focus on punctuality, discreet handling and clear operational communication.

The ride from Vienna (hotel or Vienna Airport VIE Schwechat) to St Anton am Arlberg — Galzig, Valluga, MooserWirt, Hospiz Alm (580 km, typically 5 h 45 min) is planned against live traffic and practical drop-off access conditions.

If needed, the trip can include additional stops, waiting time and a follow-up destination within one booking flow.

Service scope

What this route includes

Before pickup

We confirm trip window, passenger profile and pickup format.

During transfer

Routing is managed against live traffic and client-side timing priority.

At destination

Drop-off is completed at the agreed point, with option to continue the next segment.

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How to prepare this route for booking

  • Preferred pickup time and target arrival window.
  • Passenger count and estimated luggage volume.
  • Any planned stops along the route.
  • Contact details of the trip coordinator.
  • Special requests (child seat, custom pickup point).

Local expertise

Local operational notes

  • Pickup and drop-off points are set for practical access, not generic map placement.
  • ETA is refreshed before dispatch using live traffic conditions.
  • For flights and events, operational contact is maintained until final drop-off.

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Common questions

FAQ

Is Ski Arlberg the same ski area as Lech-Zürs?

Yes — since December 2016 after the opening of the Flexenbahn (a 2.3 km gondola linking Zürs with Stuben), Ski Arlberg is one connected area: St Anton + St Christoph + Stuben + Zürs + Lech + Warth + Schröcken. 305 km of slopes, 87 lifts, one Ski Arlberg pass for adults around EUR 78 per day in peak season and EUR 410 for 6 days. The season runs December to April. Downhill runs Mattun, Schindlerkar, Valluga (with a helicopter option for off-piste from Vallugagrat). The childrens lift pass is free up to age 7.

What is MooserWirt and is entry charged?

MooserWirt is a bar/restaurant on the home run from Galzig down to St Anton — open from 14:00 to 20:00 as the absolute icon of Alpine après-ski (the bar that ruined more careers than alcohol). DJs spin hits from ABBA to AC/DC, with dancing on benches in ski boots and a half-litre of Stiegl beer for around EUR 7. Entry is free but table reservation is essential a month in advance. Access by ski from Galzig or 15 min on foot from the centre of St Anton (after skiing). Krazy Kanguruh is 50 m on with a similar vibe since 1965.

Is the Hospiz Alm in St. Christoph really from 1386?

Yes — the Hospiz Alm in St. Christoph am Arlberg at 1800 m (5 km from the centre of St Anton) is the oldest continuously operating inn in the Central Alps. Founded in 1386 by the shepherd Heinrich Findelkind as a refuge for pilgrims crossing the Arlberg pass — the Brotherhood of St. Christopher is the oldest hospitality order in the Alps. Today the 5* hotel has a restaurant (premium Tirolean cuisine), the Mathäusla cellar (wines from 1900, 30 000 bottles) and a ladies room with the largest Swarovski crystal chandelier in the world.

Can I add a stop on route Vienna (hotel or Vienna Airport VIE Schwechat) -> St Anton am Arlberg — Galzig, Valluga, MooserWirt, Hospiz Alm?

Yes. Planned stops and waiting windows can be included within a single booking.

Will I receive route confirmation before pickup?

Yes. Core timing and operational details are confirmed before dispatch.

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