Lermoos in Austria
A destination for a quiet ski weekend with good transport connections – the quaint Austrian Village of Lermoos !.
The village of Lermoos is part of the Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena. This comprises seven charming villages in the mountainous forests of the Austrian-Bavarian border region. They lie on the Austrian side of the Zugspitze (Germany’s tallest mountain) in the Tyrolean Ausserfern region. Lermoos itself is located south of the Wetterstein range of mountains to which the Zugspitze belongs. Its an area of outstanding naturally beauty.
Lermoos is among the oldest towns in the Tyrolean Ausserfern region. It was historically an important economic location but today it is a quiet touristic village. The permanent population is just over 1,000 people spread between its two subdivisions, namely Unterdorf and Oberdorf. This does swell considerably in the peak tourist summer and winter seasons. Apart from hotels and tourist accommodation, the village is characterised by traditional houses and an ancient church, recently renovated to reflect its 18th century incarnation with intricate baroque frescoes, as well as local gift shops and hostelries.
Getting there
This resort is just over an hour’s drive from Innsbruck or Memmingen airports. It is also only about an hour and a half from Munich. This makes it an ideal destination for a few days break or even a weekend trip. There are reasonable public bus connections to the village, but a hire car or transfer is definitely to be recommended.
Skiing
The Ski-Resort attached to Lermoos is known as the Grubigstein. It has eight lifts giving access to twelve slopes across a total of 28 kilometres of pistes situated at an altitude of 1.000 to 2.100 metres. The lifts can be accessed right from the village, so very convenient.
However, this is part of the larger Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena which includes 213 kilometres of slopes across the seven villages of the region divided into 9 separate ski areas. All are accessible by a single skipass- the Top Snowcard. This greatly facilitates a ski tour of the entire area for those visiting for a longer stay.
The area has been recognized as a certified family ski region, with child-appropriate services, including ski classes, special family hotels and diverse terrain that includes plenty of nursery, beginner and intermediate slopes. There are 60 kilometres of cleared winter hiking trails locally for those who wish to enjoy the views and fresh mountain air without engaging in snow sports,
Après !
Après Ski is of course one of the key attractions for many to the slopes of Austria. Notwithstanding its relatively small size Lermoos does boast a few bars that host a lively après scene at the end of each day with typical songs, dancing and enthusiastic singing – with drinks of course !. Not as rowdy as the larger resorts by any means, the après ski here is open to, and actively participated in, by members of the family of all ages.
Where to stay
The impressive and historic Hotel Post lies right in the centre of the village of Lermoos and is certainly to be recommended. The hotel building dates back over 450 years and has served as a hotel for over 300 years. In that time has hosted famous figures including the celebrated philosopher Goethe. Its traditional façade is a protected structure, as is much of the older section. In addition to complete renovation of those sections it has otherwise been completely rebuilt with modern comforts in mind and has achieved a rating of 4-star superior.
However, it does remain a family run hotel. The Dengg family ensure the hotel has a warmth and charm often lacking in large chain hotel properties. Its two stand-out features that today make it one of the most attractive wellness addresses in the Alps are its spa and gastro facilities. The hotel’s main restaurant offers culinary delights by chef Thomas Strasser. These combine traditional dishes with regional ingredients and international influences. Many of the ingredients come directly from Dengg’s own local farm.
The Post Alpin Spa includes the impressive 3,000 m² Post Vitalwelt. In addition to enjoying the many usual features of a spa of this standard, guests can experience soaking in the heated outdoor saltwater pool or relax in its massive panoramic sauna enjoying direct views of the Zugspitze mountain.
Notwithstanding the resort’s reputation as a family friendly destination, the hotel does also have some “Adults only” weeks. This can facilitate your relaxation without the distraction of little ones.
Find more Information about this hotel on its website here: www.post-lermoos.at www.post-lermoos.at
All is all, a perfect destination for a short relaxing ski break for those who want to combine convenience, luxury, nature and relaxation – with the potential for just a hint of après madness !
