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St Anton vs Ischgl: which ski resort should you choose?
Date Posted: 23 September 2026St Anton and Ischgl are two of Austria’s biggest names for skiing and après, and at first glance offer similar holidays. Even their ski areas (300km vs 239km) and altitude (1,304m vs 1,377m) are relatively similar in size. But beyond the headline stats, they deliver very different experiences. So, which should you choose for your next big ski trip? St Anton combines challenging terrain, deep-snow potential and traditional mountain bars within the extensive Ski Arlberg area. Ischgl is better kn...
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A Beginner's Guide to Skiing in St Anton
Date Posted: 03 September 2024St. Anton, or, to give it its full name, St. Anton am Arlberg, is a ski paradise. It draws all levels of skiers, because here there are fabulous snow conditions, world-class après-ski, and good value to be found. In particular for beginners, there are easy slopes in certain areas (we’ll tell you about these areas later), and fun slopes for families with kids who are learning to ski. Skiers have flocked here since 1885, when a Norwegian engineer first skied here! In this guide, we’ll help you ...
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Best Après-Ski Bars and Nightlife Hotspots in St Anton
Date Posted: 31 July 2024St Anton is one of Austria’s most famous party resorts and a gateway into the sublime Arlberg ski area - it's a top choice if you’re after some serious fun. The resort's après scene can’t be understated - it’s indisputably Austria’s number one, and also gives France’s Val Thorens bars and nightlife a close run for its money. If you haven’t already been, you may have caught a glimpse into its raucous offerings in Chalet Girl. The hit 2011 film was shot on location in St Anton, depicting the cra...
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9 Reasons Why St Anton is a Great Ski Resort
Date Posted: 31 July 2024One of the most popular European ski resorts for Brits, St Anton has plenty going for it. The pretty town is a base for some of the best skiing in Austria and beyond, with brilliant snow conditions and a vast range of pistes for all abilities of skiers to enjoy. The thrills continue once the sun goes down, too - St Anton’s après ski offerings are among the best in Europe (if not the world), with iconic establishments like Mooserwirt and Krazy Kanguruh bringing the energy. As a major Alpine...
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Top 5 runs in St Anton
Date Posted: 15 April 2019An extensive ski area, with reliable snow conditions and advanced slopes to satisfy keen skiers and snowboarders, it’s easy to see why St Anton, as part of the Arlberg ski area, is a world-class ski resort. St Anton arguably has some of the top terrain in Austria and is best suited for intermediates and advanced skiers. More than half of its runs are reds or blacks and favours advanced skiers for its piste grading which is why it’s famed for its challenging slopes. The ski area’s blues are equ...