Resort Comparison

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl vs St. Anton am Arlberg

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while St. Anton am Arlberg offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl leads with 3 wins

Best for Families

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

St. Anton am Arlberg

222.7" average season

Best Terrain

St. Anton am Arlberg

7,400 acres to explore

Best Value

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

$70 day pass

Easiest Access

St. Anton am Arlberg

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

World-class village experience

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Tyrol, Austria

$$$Independent

St. Anton am Arlberg

Tyrol, Austria

$$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

3+

3+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

8.5

6.0

Walkability

8.5

8.0

Village Vibe

9.0

7.5

Mountain

Vertical

4,495'

4,606'

Skiable Area

2,700 ac

7,400 ac

Green Runs

25%

10%

Trails

110

302

Lifts

24

88

Getting There

Airport

INN

INN

Drive Time

1.5h

1.3h

Road Ease

6.5

7.0

Cost

Passes

Independent

Independent

Day Pass

$70

$80

Cost Tier

Premium

Premium

Village

Dining

Good

Excellent

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

150.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

97.1" total

64%

St. Anton am Arlberg

222.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

119.6" total

54%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

223"111"0"

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

St. Anton am Arlberg

Key Insights

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while St. Anton am Arlberg offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds St. Anton am Arlberg's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds St. Anton am Arlberg's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
St. Anton am Arlberg offers more terrain variety (7,400 acres vs 2,700 acres)
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl has more beginner/intermediate terrain (70% green and blue), while St. Anton am Arlberg skews more advanced (50% black and double black)

Best For

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)

St. Anton am Arlberg

Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (7,400 acres)
Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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