Why Lech Zürs am Arlberg is Highly Rated for Powder

Lech Zürs am Arlberg's bronze medal for powder in Europe, with a stellar 4.10/5.00 rating, comes down to one simple truth: when it dumps, this place delivers. The Arlberg region is famous for serious snowfall each winter. Vanessa, an advanced snowboarder from the US, mentions that "the powder is always found." This speaks volumes about the resort's ability to hold onto powder. Expert skier Andres from Austria highlights the incredible terrain variety, noting he "skied powder right next to the beginner slopes and right next to the steepest run on the resort within 30 min." That's the beauty of Lech, you're not restricted to one powder stash.

The sheer accessibility of untracked snow and backcountry options is another key reason Lech deserves award. Alex, an advanced skier who spent a season here, emphasises the "great access to backcountry if you want challenging terrain," whilst another expert skier raves about the "best back country around." The terrain variety across the massive Arlberg area means you can chase fresh lines all day without retracing your steps. With 85 lifts connecting the entire region, you've got endless options for finding those untouched zones before anyone else gets there. Plenty of snow is one thing; having the lifts and terrain to reach it is another.

Want to know if this resort is right for you? Read our full resort guide to see how Lech Zürs am Arlberg Resort stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!