St Anton am Arlberg - the cradle of alpine skiing, also arouses enthusiasm in summer. The Tyrolean mountain village, with its 2,500 inhabitants and the neighbouring districts of Pettneu, Flirsch and Strengen, does justice to the highest claims and yet has retained its originality and traditional charm. Holiday-makers in St Anton am Arlberg treasure the alpine cosiness at 1,300m altitude as much as the hospitality and international character. The new multi-functional sports and climbing centre, arl.rock, a gondola lift with ferris wheel, the Wellness Centre ARLBERG-well.com, a walking area with a seal of quality, numerous events and the excellent guest service are the ingredients for an unforgettable vacation in St Anton am Arlberg.

Walking

Those who would rather enjoy the mountain summer at a somewhat slower pace can discover approximately 300 kilometres of marked trails. They offer new possibilities every day to experience the varied mountain world in and around St Anton am Arlberg. From the Panorama Walk to the Alberg Via Ferrata, hikers can choose their individual daily route to suit their condition. Favourites in St Anton am Arlberg include the Themen Way, the Historical Way which leads from St Jakob to St Christoph and also stages of the Tyrolean Adler Way as well as the new Wonder-Wander Way. An impressing natural spectacle in the region of St Anton am Arlberg is the Schnanner gorge. This imposing ravine was made accessible to the public in recent years with new bridges and steps. A pilgrimage also has much of its origins in Tyrol. The famous Jakobs Way, which finishes at the place of pilgrimage Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain, passes by St Anton am Arlberg. Insiders state, the distance from St Anton to St Christoph am Arlberg is the most impressive.

Celebrations and Festivals

During the summer months the guests have the opportunity to join in with the village life of the St Antoners and to see and experience genuine hospitality. Comfort and homeliness are an inherent part of the Tyrolean mentality and this is apparent at the many celebrations in the villages of the holiday region of St Anton am Arlberg and naturally at the surrounding alpine dairy pastures.

Tradition

The holiday region of St Anton am Arlberg is the perfect destination for those who value Tyrolean traditions and customs. A variety of events take place, particularly in summer, which offer the opportunity to experience the love of nature and warmth of the locals. For example, at the St Anton Village Festival which takes place from 18th to 19th July at which several local associations tempt the guests to sample Tyrolean delicacies or buy traditional crafts at the stands in the pedestrian zone. Cultural groups such as the legendary d’ Arlberger demonstrate traditional music and dance and the guests and locals join in the celebrations. Guests from far and near are welcome to the Church Days in St Jakob on 25/26th July, Pettneu on 15th August, Flirsch on 23rd August and in Schnann on 6th September.

What could be more beautiful and original than an alpine pasture celebration? The dairy farmer and his dairymaids look forward to summer visitors at the traditional musical celebrations which take place three times this summer on 30th July, 6th and 13th August.

Folk music enthusiasts should make a note of the Arlberg Day of Folk Music on 15th August as well as the excellent District Music Tent Festival which takes place in St Anton am Arlberg on the weekend of 7th to 9th August.

When the mountain summer slowly comes to an end and the first leaves start to change colour the decorated cows return to the valley. Adorning the cows is an indication of a smooth and accident-free summer on the alpine pastures. This is celebrated with a traditional Alm parade and farmers’ festival on 19th September, a day on which locals and guests say goodbye to the summer and welcome the autumn.

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