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Indagare reports on four of Austria’s best ski resorts, all of which offer very different experiences.
A city experience with easy access to the Alps
The capital of Austria’s Tyrol combines culture and art with nearby mountain peaks. With a history reaching back to the early Stone Age and thirty museums and art galleries, the city offers plenty to do beyond hitting the slopes. In Innsbruck, the thrills of nature and urban glamour go hand in hand.
Serious skiing and a lively après-ski scene
St. Anton is a hotspot for thrill-seeking skiers. Along with its challenging runs and dramatic peaks, the town has a lively, fun scene of bars, restaurants and shops, so visitors can end a day on the mountain with music and drinks. The mountain village is both traditional and modern, with an international energy generated by the luxury and backpacking travelers it attracts from all over the world.
Socializing with a side of skiing
A playground for the rich and the famous, Kitzbuhel is a charming medieval village that also offers the best après-ski scene in the area. It’s perfect for those who aren’t dedicated to hitting the slopes day after day, which is fortunate, because its relatively low altitude means that perfect snow is not a given. The town is home to the epic Hahnenkamn—a downhill race on the alpine skiing circuit that attracts an international crowd. Kitzbuhel also has some great golf courses, making it a popular summer destination as well.
A sophisticated, secluded getaway
The picturesque town of Lech offers consistently good skiing and luxury accommodations, making it one of Europe’s premiere winter resorts. As in St. Anton, skiers here have access to the entire Arlberg area. Once a small farming village, Lech remains relatively secluded. This gives it a more exclusive, five-star feel than enjoyed by some other Austrian resorts. It also means the resort is relatively quiet, which families may find especially appealing, along with its Austrian hospitality and excellent ski school.
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