Ski touring Arlberg: Top 5 tour tips from the ski guide
Alexander Kunert 7 July 2026
Discover the most beautiful ski tours in Arlberg. From Hochkarspitze to Wösterspitze – exclusive route tips & requirements for your adventure.
The Vorarlberg state government has extended the aviation licence for heliskiing in Lech am Arlberg. This means that heliskiing flights can continue to be offered until May 2027 for the time being.
Destinations are the summit of the Mehlsack (2,652 m) and the Schneetäli (2,450 m), from where the long descents into the Zugertal begin. Heliski flights can only be booked through the ski schools on the Arlberg and the local ski guides.
More info & prices: Heliskiing on the Arlberg with a ski guide
Heliskiing in Lech am Arlberg - a unique experience & only possible with a ski guide.
By helicopter to one of the heliski spots in Lech - and from there in wide turns through untracked deep snow. State-certified guides, perfect planning, maximum safety.
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Discover the most beautiful ski tours in Arlberg. From Hochkarspitze to Wösterspitze – exclusive route tips & requirements for your adventure.
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Ski touring is more than just a sport – it's the ultimate freedom in the mountains. However, for your first time in untouched terrain to be a pleasure and not an ordeal, the right preparation is crucial. Professional ski guide Alex Kunert explains for peakx.at what really matters when it comes to fitness, technique, and planning.