Your European ski story starts here.
Swap the Australian summer for deep snow, legendary skiing and the atmosphere of the Austrian Alps. Discover St. Anton am Arlberg and make Haus Richard Falch your home in the mountains.
From Australian summer to an Arlberg winter.
You’re travelling halfway around the world for a European ski holiday. We think the destination should be worth it — legendary skiing, a real Tyrolean village and a family home with centuries of St. Anton history.
Not stock photography. This is our St. Anton.
A first glimpse of the mountains, snow and places that are part of life here. Click any photograph to open the original image.
Why Australians fall for St. Anton
A trip from Australia to the Alps should feel extraordinary. St. Anton combines world-class Alpine skiing, authentic Tyrolean mountain culture and the kind of European winter atmosphere you travel across the world to experience. See the details of Haus Richard Falch, your historic home base in the village.
Ski Arlberg
Discover the vast Arlberg ski region and make St. Anton the centre of a serious European ski holiday.
Real Austrian winter
Snow-covered villages, mountain huts, long ski days and unmistakable Tyrolean character — Europe in winter at its best.
Stay like a local
Haus Richard Falch gives your group a personal home base in St. Anton instead of an anonymous hotel experience.
December. January. March. April.
Different parts of winter offer different St. Anton experiences. Choose the time that suits the ski holiday you want to make the long journey for.
December
Be there as the winter season comes alive — a special time to begin your European snow adventure.
January
Winter in full swing and an ideal month for travellers who put skiing at the heart of their holiday.
March
Longer days, Alpine sunshine and high-mountain winter — a brilliant combination for a late-season European trip.
April
Spring skiing at its best: bright Alpine sunshine, longer days and high-mountain snow for relaxed final turns of the season.
A long journey. A surprisingly simple arrival.
Fly from Australia into the heart of Europe, continue by rail and arrive in St. Anton am Arlberg with the mountains around you. You do not need a car to make St. Anton the base for your ski holiday. For more local details, explore our St. Anton travel and stay guide.
Since 1646. Generations of St. Anton.
Originally built in 1646, Haus Richard Falch has stood in St. Anton am Arlberg for almost four centuries. Long before St. Anton became one of the world’s great ski destinations, this was a family home shaped by farming, the mountains and everyday Tyrolean life.
Ferdinand & Richard Falch. Two generations, one connection to the mountains.
This historic photograph shows our great-grandfather Ferdinand Falch together with his son, our grandfather Richard Falch. It is a very personal part of our family heritage and a reminder that the story of Haus Richard Falch is inseparable from the mountains and life in St. Anton.
Richard later worked as a farmer and became a ski instructor in St. Anton. Skiing was not simply part of tourism here — it became part of our family story.
From then to now. Some things never change.
The house changed with the generations, but its connection to our family, skiing and St. Anton remained. Today, guests from around the world can stay in a house whose story began here in 1646 — and become a small part of its next chapter.
Historic character. Modern comfort. An extraordinary location.
1646
Originally built in 1646 — a historic family home in St. Anton.
Up to 9 guests
Five bedrooms — four doubles and one single room — with an extra bed for a 10th guest available on request.
3 bathrooms
Comfort for groups, with additional washbasins in the double bedrooms.
~2 minutes
Walk to the Galzigbahn, Gampenbahn, Rendlbahn and the centre of St. Anton.
~90 steps
Piste access is only about 90 steps behind the house.
Made for mountain days
Ski room with boot and glove dryers, large parking area, bike garage with e-bike charging and a small workshop.
A warm welcome from our family.
Meet Martin, Bibi and Clemens — from left to right. We are your personal contacts for Haus Richard Falch and are here to help make your stay in St. Anton feel personal from the very beginning.
Bibi, Richard Falch’s granddaughter, stands at the centre of the picture and continues the family connection to this historic house. Together with Martin and Clemens, she brings local knowledge, personal contact and a genuine connection to St. Anton to every stay.
Travelling all the way from Australia? We want you to know there are real people here in St. Anton you can contact before you arrive.
Think the ski season ends in March? Think again.
Longer days, Alpine sunshine and high-mountain skiing make April a completely different Arlberg experience. For winter 2026/27, Ski Arlberg’s published season runs through 18 April 2027.
Mountain and snow conditions vary, so always check current lift and snow information for your travel dates.
Australia → St. Anton FAQ
Do we need a car in St. Anton?
No. St. Anton can be reached by train, and a car is not essential for making the village your ski-holiday base.
How big is Ski Arlberg?
Ski Arlberg offers around 300 km of marked ski runs, more than 200 km of powder routes and 85 lifts and cable cars across the connected Arlberg ski region.
Is April still worth considering?
Yes. April brings longer days and spring skiing. The published Ski Arlberg winter season for 2026/27 runs until 18 April 2027, subject to operating and snow conditions.
Where can we organise skis or lessons?
St. Anton has ski schools and sports shops for equipment rental. We recommend organising the details that matter to your group before arrival, especially during busy weeks.
When should Australians book?
For a long-haul trip, earlier planning gives you more choice around flights and accommodation. Start with your preferred dates, then build the journey around them.
How do Australians get to St. Anton am Arlberg?
Most Australian travellers fly into a major European airport and continue to St. Anton by rail. St. Anton has its own railway station, so your European ski holiday can be planned without hiring a car.
Is St. Anton worth travelling to from Australia for one ski week?
For skiers who want a classic European Alpine experience, one week in St. Anton can combine Ski Arlberg, Tyrolean village life, mountain restaurants and après-ski in one destination. Many guests stay for seven nights and make St. Anton their base for the week.
How close is Haus Richard Falch to the ski lifts and piste?
Haus Richard Falch is around a two-minute walk from the Galzigbahn, Gampenbahn and Rendlbahn, while piste access is approximately 90 steps behind the house.
Loved by guests from Australia — and around the world.
Real experiences from guests who stayed at Haus Richard Falch, independently reviewed on Booking.com.
Matt
“Wonderful family home…”
“Gorgeous, traditional Tyrolean Haus right in the heart of St Anton. Well appointed, cosy and with stunning views of the alps.”
7 nights · January 2026 · Group · Verified Booking.com review
Helena
“We had the most wonderful stay at Haus Richard Falch… Bibi and her husband were delightful hosts… The chalet is very spacious and clean with that traditional Austrian charm.”
“We will 100% stay again next time we return to St Anton.”
7 nights · January 2025 · Group · Verified Booking.com review
Alexander
“Their home is absolutely beautiful — historic, full of character, and perfectly suited for our group of 10…”
“Their family’s deep roots in St. Anton, going back hundreds of years, made the experience even more special.”
7 nights · February 2026 · Group · Verified Booking.com review
Your home base in St. Anton.
Come a long way — and arrive somewhere personal. With Haus Richard Falch you can plan with direct contact and local knowledge rather than an anonymous accommodation experience.
Direct contact
Questions before the long journey? Talk directly with us about the house and your stay.
Local knowledge
Use our St. Anton experience to make planning your days in the Arlberg easier.
Your own base
Return from the mountain to a place that feels personal and independent.
You’re coming a long way. Make it a winter you’ll never forget.
Start with the dates that work for you. Check availability at Haus Richard Falch and begin planning your St. Anton ski story.