Holidays in Lech

Walking for families is second to none in Lech. With riverbank paths, easy hiking routes and countless trails, there is always a new adventure waiting. Ever wondered what the purpose of an ant colony is? Or why some plants are beneficial to humans? The Arlenzauberweg has 20 fun stations along its route, highlighting different characteristics of plants and animals in an interesting way. When you reach the Rud-Alpe mountain restaurant there's a play area and tree house, along with panoramic views and regional food to tuck into.

Or, treat the children to something different, and head to the local supermarket and stock up before you set off for lunch in the mountains. Lech has many barbecue spots provided with wood and seating, ideal for your own personal fresh lunch in a remote location. Grill some sausages for fuel in preparation for a lovely afternoon family walk.

Lech's Green Riddle Ring

Grab your workbook and set off on a detective journey. Get creative and let the youngster's imagination solve the interactive puzzles. Expect lots of riddles along your mini trek from Lech to Rud-Alpe, where a fun water playground awaits the little ones.

Walkers and cyclists can take advantage of up to six ski lifts that open for the summer. Rüfikopfbahn climbs over 2,000 metres to the plateau of Lech Zürs, the first leg of the Green Ring (that’s the summer edition of the legendary White Ring ski circuit). Meanwhile, the Bergbahn Oberlech heads to a plateau renowned for its sunny hills, turquoise lakes, mountain huts and the Skyspace art installation, where you can watch the changing sky in a Space Age bunker.

Explore the canyon on a guided canyoning tour, jump into pools and slide natural slides, or try some outdoor climbing. If the weather doesn't play ball, head to sport.park.lech where you can climb indoors, or have a game of tennis, badminton or bowling.

Spend your evenings relaxing in the great outdoors with traditional events like the open-air brass band concerts and folklore evenings. Enjoy the sunsets with the sounds of the valley, a comforting beverage and remarkable company.  

Lech Forest Pool lays out lanes, loungers, waterslides, playgrounds and and an ice cream kiosk amongst green lawns and the shady pines of the forest. In summer, kids’ alpine activity clubs transform children into mini mountaineers with forest camps and wildlife walks. Elsewhere, the Green Riddle Ring follows the Green Ring – but with a bonus round of puzzles to be cracked at each stop.

Boutique shops, luxury hotels, spas and chic restaurants stock the streets of Lech. It can all feel a long way from the village’s modest farming roots. With the highest per capita ratio of award-winning restaurants, there's good reason this little gem is nicknamed the gourmet village. But look a little closer, and you’ll find traditional restaurants offering hearty Austrian recipes too. The good food continues into the mountains where you can refuel with Wiener schnitzel or kaiserschmarr'n (caramelised pancakes with rum-soaked raisins) in a rustic mountain hut.

Lech has a great network of public transport and lifts that make getting around the area really easy.

Lifts

There are five lifts that you have access to with the included Lech Summer Card, which is provided locally.

• Rüfikopf in Lech (normally open 12 Jun - 06 Oct)
• Bergbahn Oberlech in Lech (normally open 12 Jun - 06 Oct)
• Petersbodenbahn in Lech (normally open 12 Jun - 06 Oct)
• Seekopfbahn in Zürs (normally open 28 Jun – 22 Sep)
• Steffisalp-Express in Warth (normally open 21 Jun - 13 Oct)
• Zugerbergbahn in Zug (new for Summer 24, normally open 28 Jun - 1 Sep)

Subject to change.

Hiker's Bus

In the Lech Valley the Regiobus runs between Lech am Arlberg and the nature park region Reutte. This service is included free of charge as part of your Lech Summer Card, however any tolls will be payable locally at an additional charge. The Lechtaler Wanderbus is excellent for reaching starting points and routes slightly further away from your accommodation. Certain hiking bus lines have a bike trailer too, charged at around €5.00 per bike.

The Lech Card is included for all guests (from around 21st June) and offers excellent opportunities to explore the area. 

It is given to you on arrival and is valid from the next day, with many benefits, including:

• Use of all open chairlifts and cable-cars in Lech
  • Rüfikopf in Lech
  • Bergbahn Oberlech in Lech
  • Petersbodenbahn in Lech
  • Seekopfbahn in Zürs
  • Steffisalp-Express in Warth
• Use of local hikers' buses (not including tolls)
• Use of the forest swimming pool
• Guided walks
• Guided e-bike tour (rental not included)
• Entrance to the Zugertal Valley
• Children's programme (from 3rd Jul)
• Discount at various partners and much more

Lech Summer Card inclusions and lift opening times are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.