Zug - Älpele - Spullerwald - Zug
The cross-country skiing trail leads from Zug through the beautiful natural jewel of the Zug Valley.
27 kilometres of training grounds - A multitude of cross-country trails await
If you’re the kind of person who loves to clear your head, inhale the fresh mountain air, and do your daily workout, Lech Zürs is the perfect place to make your cross-country-ski dreams come true.
More than 27 kilometres of groomed, free-of-charge cross-country ski trails are at your disposal as a training ground in the Arlberg region. Flat terrain and gentle climbs, crisp mountain sprints and short descents - beyond the Ski Arlberg ski resort, there is a varied network of cross-country ski trails just waiting to be discovered.
Always up to date: trail report and trail planner
In an area famous for snow, the 27 km of cross-country ski trails are groomed throughout the winter. The trail report provides you with reliable daily information about which trails are open and which are closed. The trail planner also provides an overview of the entire trail network to help you prepare and plan your activities precisely..
Cross-country trails
Snow reliability for cross-country skiing on your winter holiday
Lech Zürs am Arlberg offers ideal conditions for your cross-country skiing holiday. Thanks to its altitude of 1,450 metres and above, you can usually enjoy excellent conditions throughout the winter season – from early December well into spring.
Learn the right technique from cross-country ski schools
In addition to skiing and snowboarding, cross-country skiing is certainly one of the most popular winter sports activities. If you also have a taste for cross-country skiing and would like to try it out for yourself, let our local cross-country ski schools help you learn the right technique.
Exploring the winter landscape on cross-country skis will give you an entirely new perspective on our village!
Ski Schools
Routes for every taste
Among our 27 km of groomed cross-country ski trails, you’re sure to find sections for all interests and abilities:
- For beginners, the trail from Lech to the Älpele inn is particularly recommended because it is relatively flat and therefore ideal for learning the correct cross-country skiing technique.
- One of the highlights on the Älpele-Spullerwald-Zug trail is the “Gasthof s'Älpele” inn, the perfect place to rest before continuing your cross-country skiing adventure - classic or skating.
- Those keen to try the circuit via the Spullerwald area will discover one of Lech Zürs’ quietest trails, which loops back to Zug before leading back to the starting point in Lech.
- At any time, you can also board the free ski bus, which will take you and your cross-country skis and poles back to your hotel or B&B.
- Cross-country skiing is also the order of the day in Zürs, where a short, crisp circuit awaits. The three kilometre stretch boasts steep passages, which challenge both fitness and technique. Meanwhile, the cross-country ski trail to the Flexen Pass and back starts behind the Trittkopfbahn cable car. At the top of the pass at 1,774 m, the Flexenhäusl restaurant invites cross-country skiers to enjoy a well-earned break.
With the right equipment, you’re ready to go:
- Cross-country skis
- Cross-country ski boots
- Cross-country poles
- Gloves
- Functional clothing
- Goggles and a hat
If you’d like to upgrade part of your equipment during your winter holiday, the sports shops in Lech Zürs offer a wide selection and expert advice.
Find your rhythm on the snow-secure and perfectly groomed cross-country ski trails in Lech Zürs.
After a day on the cross-country trails?
After your time on the cross-country trails, you return to your accommodation in Lech Zürs and unwind at your own pace. Whether you prefer quiet relaxation, a peaceful moment to yourself, or an enjoyable evening – this is the perfect way to round off an active winter’s day.
Those seeking additional relaxation will find a wide range of wellness and spa options in various accommodations, as well as alternative offerings throughout the resort. Lech Zürs also has much to offer from a culinary perspective: numerous restaurants invite you to end the day with regional specialties and fine cuisine.
This is how your cross-country skiing holiday becomes a harmonious blend of activity, relaxation and indulgence.