Tips for a relaxing holiday with your dog

Taking your dog on holiday and still enjoying all the comforts of a hotel stay – in Lech Zürs am Arlberg, that's no problem at all. Experience breathtaking hiking trails and impressive mountain landscapes together with your beloved four-legged friend, amid the wonderful nature of Vorarlberg – in every season.

On this page you'll find valuable tips on which activities are ideal for dogs, a packing list, and accommodations where pets are welcome. Everything you need to fully enjoy the landscape of Lech Zürs together with your four-legged companion..

A holiday with your dog is one of the best ways to fully enjoy the nature around Lech and Zürs and explore the 50 km network of well-maintained hiking trails. Our region isn't just well known in Austria for its many hiking trails. Here your dog can explore the paths while you enjoy the fresh Alpine air. The Alps provide a fantastic backdrop for hikes with your dog.

Whether it's a stage of the Lechweg or the Arlberg Trail, a leisurely walk through the larch forests, or a relaxed stroll along the Lech river – the high-alpine climate and well-marked trails offer ideal conditions for shared experiences with your dog all year round.

Along the trails you'll find inns and staffed mountain huts where you can warm up after a hike – dogs are welcome in many of these restaurants and can rest there too. This combination of activity and coziness is what makes a holiday in Lech Zürs so special.

In Lech Zürs, you’ll find a wide range of dog-friendly accommodation options that are specially tailored to the needs of dog owners.

Whether it’s a dog-friendly hotel, holiday home, holiday flat or luxury chalet – there’s something for everyone here. The dog-friendly accommodation is perfectly equipped to meet your dog’s needs – from special amenities right through to dog-walking services, where your four-legged friend will be looked after with the utmost care.

In Lech and Zürs there is a wide range of hotels that welcome dogs, so you can bring your four-legged friend along on holiday with complete peace of mind. Look forward to a "Warm Welcome" and first-class service.

An overview of all dog-friendly accommodations can be found at the following link – there are so many that they can't all be listed individually here.

Holiday Homes and Apartments in Lech Zürs

Holiday homes and apartments, or a chalet, are also an excellent choice for dog owners looking for a bit more privacy on holiday. A cozy living room with plenty of space to relax isn't just a treat for people – your dog will feel right at home here too.

• Picturesque hiking trails,
• Enchanted patches of forest and larch woods,
• Cable car rides for a shared panoramic view over the mountain landscape,
• and wide open spaces to roam and play

are just some of the many possibilities Lech Zürs has to offer. A paradise for all dog owners who love exploring the mountains together with their four-legged companion. A highlight for anyone wanting to enjoy the view from up high is the Rüfikopf, accessible by cable car. From here you can enjoy a breathtaking view and admire the Alps together with your dog at an altitude of over 2,300 meters. A muzzle is required for your dog to use the cable car.

A well-planned holiday is the key to a stress-free and unforgettable adventure. To help make your holiday relaxed and safe for both dog and owner, we'd like to share some tips for your preparations.

Your dog should be well prepared for the high-alpine climate and altitude in the Arlberg region, as temperatures can vary greatly depending on the season. Every animal entering Austria needs a valid EU pet passport. The passport must show proof of a valid rabies vaccination, which becomes valid 21 days after the initial immunization.

Should your dog need veterinary care during your holiday, you can find an overview of vets in the region on our doctors page.

Further details on entry requirements can be found here.

For your holiday with your dog in Lech Zürs, the equipment should be well thought out so your dog feels completely at ease. Don't forget to pack a travel first-aid kit as well, so that minor emergencies can be taken care of properly.

The following items are recommended for your holiday with your dog:

• A well-fitting collar or harness.
• A muzzle (for the local bus and the cable cars).
• Dog boots to protect the paws from cold and road salt.
• A warm dog blanket or coat for cold days (optional, if your dog gets cold quickly).
• A travel water bowl – your dog needs to drink enough while out and about too.
• A travel first-aid kit for minor emergencies.
• Dog waste bags. These are also available free of charge in the village centers and along the hiking trails.

So that the culinary side of your holiday with your dog in Lech Zürs also becomes a highlight, there are many dog-friendly restaurants and cafés. After a long walk through the countryside, you can relax together in a cozy restaurant.

Please check in advance whether your four-legged friend is also allowed inside; on the terraces, loyal companions are always welcome.