Heliskiing in Lech Zürs am Arlberg

Heli-skiing in Lech Zürs am Arlberg is the only officially permitted heli-skiing experience in Austria. From the ski area, you are flown by helicopter to selected peaks such as Mehlsack and Schneetäli, where you begin untracked powder descents far beyond the groomed slopes.

Accompanied by state-certified ski guides, you enjoy controlled backcountry skiing at the highest level—combining maximum safety, clearly regulated procedures, and unique alpine conditions.

Heli-skiing in Lech Zürs offers spectacular access to high-alpine terrain and legendary powder runs in the Arlberg, making it one of the most exclusive freeride experiences in the Alps.

Lech Zürs is the only ski resort in Austria to offer heliskiing, naturally in compliance with all applicable environmental protection regulations. Two peaks are at your disposal:

• The Mehlsack mountain is ideal for experienced skiers who are ready for an adventure and keen for an experience that they can grow from.
• The "Schneetäli-Orgelscharte" is recommended for skiers of intermediate ability level.

Either way, a challenge awaits skiers from the moment they touch down. From fresh, deep powder snow in winter or firn in spring, each type of snow has its own special appeal and offers different challenges. Skiers of all ability levels must adjust to the challenge, which is sure to be doable, if not demanding and certainly unforgettable!

We recommend that you book directly with the ski schools in Lech Zürs. Heliskiing packages are available for up to four people and include a ski guide.

Fantastic ski runs for freeriders and powder-snow freaks start right here! In springtime, firn snow fans are sure to get their money's worth. The route towards the "Älpele" is the most popular downhill variant. From the bottom of the valley, a footpath leads back to Zug (from Zug there is a ski bus to Lech or the Zuger Bergbahn cable car takes you back to the ski resort).

During spring, the route variant to the Spullersee lake with its many sunny slopes is particularly worthwhile. The most difficult task is probably choosing one of the many firn slopes! Your ski guide will certainly be happy to help you.

The first highlight is the landing site, which is located below the peak of the Orgelscharte. This is where the descent into the Schneetal valley begins and continues all they way down to Zug. In spring, this route variant is particularly suitable as a firn snow descent for skiers of intermediate ability.

Few experiences in the high Alps are more poignant than heliskiing in Lech Zürs! Ready, set, fun in the powder snow!