Resort Comparison

St. Anton am Arlberg vs Zermatt

Zermatt excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while St. Anton am Arlberg offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Zermatt offers better value, while St. Anton am Arlberg caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

St. Anton am Arlberg leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

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

St. Anton am Arlberg

$80 day pass

Easiest Access

St. Anton am Arlberg

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

World-class village experience

St. Anton am Arlberg

Tyrol, Austria

$$$Independent

Valais, Switzerland

$$$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

3+

3+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

6.0

6.5

Walkability

8.0

9.0

Village Vibe

7.5

9.5

Mountain

Vertical

4,606'

7,217'

Skiable Area

7,400 ac

5,500 ac

Green Runs

10%

10%

Trails

302

200

Lifts

88

52

Getting There

Airport

INN

GVA

Drive Time

1.3h

3h

Road Ease

7.0

8.0

Cost

Passes

Independent

Independent

Day Pass

$80

$100

Cost Tier

Premium

Luxury

Village

Dining

Excellent

Excellent

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

St. Anton am Arlberg

222.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

119.6" total

54%

Zermatt

212.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

209.9" total

99%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

223"111"0"

St. Anton am Arlberg

Zermatt

Key Insights

Zermatt excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere, while St. Anton am Arlberg offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Zermatt offers better value, while St. Anton am Arlberg caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

Zermatt's walkability score (9.0) exceeds St. Anton am Arlberg's (8.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Zermatt's family village atmosphere score (9.5) 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 5,500 acres)
Zermatt has greater vertical drop (7,217' vs 4,606'), offering longer runs
St. Anton am Arlberg is premium while Zermatt falls in the luxury category

Best For

St. Anton am Arlberg

Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs
Expert skiers (50% advanced terrain)

Zermatt

Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Those seeking an upscale, premium experience

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