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    Ski Pass & Ski Area

    Your Gateway to Austria's Largest Ski Resort: Direct from Balma

    From bed to slopes. Balma sits directly next to the Zugerbergbahn. No shuttle buses. No queuing. Just go.

    Buy Ski Pass

    Online or at the ticket office

    Ski passes can also be purchased at the Zugerbergbahn ticket office, just steps from Balma.

    When does ski season start?

    The ski season at the Arlberg typically runs from early December to late April. The ski area sits at altitude and is supported by snowmaking. Ski Arlberg publishes the current snow report and lift operations daily.

    Snow report and lift status at Ski Arlberg

    Are there discounts available?

    Ski Arlberg sets its own rates and discounts, including reduced tickets for children, teenagers and seniors, plus cheaper cards for beginners on the practice lifts. Prices and age limits change every season, so we do not quote figures here. Please check the current rates with the ski area. Our concierge is happy to help.

    Current rates at Ski Arlberg

    Where is the nearest ski rental?

    There are several sports shops with ski rental in Zug and in Lech. Our concierge is happy to help you choose one and to arrange the booking.

    Which slopes are suitable for beginners?

    Ideal beginner slopes can be found at Schlegelkopf and in Oberlech. For advanced beginners we recommend the blue runs around Kriegerhorn. Which lifts belong to which ticket is listed by the ski area.

    Trail map at Ski Arlberg

    Ski Arlberg

    190 miles of slopes. 88 lifts and gondolas. Austria's largest interconnected ski area.

    From Lech-Zürs through Stuben and St. Anton to St. Christoph. One pass. Limitless possibilities.

    Just Powder. Just Perfection. Just Arlberg.

    Your Advantage in Zug

    The Zugerbergbahn is just steps from Balma. While others are still on the ski bus, you're already carving fresh corduroy.

    Ski passes can be purchased at the Zugerbergbahn ticket office, or online in advance. Ski Arlberg publishes its current rates and discounts at skiarlberg.at; our concierge is happy to help with any questions.

    Just Steps. Just Silence. Just First Tracks.

    Season & Snow Reliability

    The ski season at the Arlberg runs from early December to late April.

    The ski area sits between 4,750ft and 9,220ft and is supported by extensive snowmaking. Ski Arlberg publishes the current snow report and lift status daily at skiarlberg.at.

    Just Snow. Just Season. Just Arlberg.

    Slopes190 miles
    Lifts88
    Summit9,220 ft
    SeasonDec - Apr

    "Our concierge at Balma is happy to help with any questions about your ski pass."

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    Balma Restaurant Interior - After Ski Relaxation

    After Skiing

    Relaxation at Balma

    After a day on the slopes: unwind in your private sauna or enjoy Pizza Napoletana at Balma Restaurant.

    Tickets. Slopes. Powder. It all starts here. Just Balma.