Anton

St. Anton is officially known as Sankt Anton am Arlberg. This ski resort and village located in Tyrol, is a very popular holiday spot. Holidays to St. Anton are popular all year around and in summer there’s plenty of activities to keep you occupied. There’s a long skiing history in the village and it was thanks to many ski instructors from the area who went to America in the 1930’s who made the sport even more popular. As well as having one of the best skiing opportunities available, St. Anton holidays also provide plenty of après ski entertainment.

Things to Do in St. Anton

Skiing is obviously the main reason most tourists opt for holidays to St. Anton.  It was the development of Alpine skiing in the Arlberg reason which really helped to boost tourism.

If you’re interested in the history of skiing in the area then you’ll enjoy the museum located in the Arlberg-Kandahar House. It has been recently renovated and was first opened in 1978. You’ll see wooden fold outs, old maps and photographs from history. This is one of the most interesting activities to take part in on your St. Anton holidays.

As well as impressive ski slopes, there are plenty of winter activities to keep you entertained. The whole family will enjoy toboggan runs. This is a perfect activity for those who love a quick adrenaline rush.

Perhaps you’re hoping for more romantic holidays to St. Anton? If so you can take a horse drawn sleigh ride across the snowy mountain. You’ll never forget this experience with its picturesque views and the sound of the horse’s hooves crunching against the snow. If you’d like to explore the mountain from a completely different viewpoint then paragliding could be the perfect activity to try out.

If you are travelling with the family, there’s plenty of exciting activities to keep your kids happy. Holidays to St. Anton truly are magical for kids.

There are special instructors for kids along with special easier slopes. Ice skating is another great fun activity for the family.

For a more relaxing holiday you could head to the 6 hole golf course. This is a fantastic summer activity and it has holes to suit all skill levels. Fishing is another relaxing activity to take part in on St. Anton holidays. There’s brown and rainbow trout to be caught, as well as chars. With three different lakes to fish in, you’ll be able to do a different one each day.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing, romantic, action packed or fun family holiday; there’s something to suit everyone on holidays to St. Anton.  If you’re looking for good accommodation options then the Haus Schindler is a great hidden gem. It serves delicious local food and there’s also a great selection of international wines. For informal dining with a good selection of Spanish Tapas, head to Bodega. It’s also very affordable so great for those on a budget. All in all, holidays to St. Anton are extremely popular and it’s no surprise why. There’s so much to do for the entire family and you’ll want to return year after year.