Ski in & out
Location
Location
„Up here you feel free, you can leave all your obligations behind. On the mountain you have a different attitude to life than in the valley".
Whether in summer or winter: Oberlech, the legendary mountain sports resort at 1,750m above sea level, offers countless leisure opportunities for a varied vacation in the Alps of Austria. Fun and relaxation in the midst of fantastic nature await you, winter vacation of the highest class.
Oberlech is located in the middle of the ski area on the sunny terrace of the Arlberg with "Ski In Ski Out" luxury: 305 km of fun on the slopes in all degrees of difficulty and 200 km of free ski terrain are waiting right on your doorstep. A total of 88 lifts and mountain railroads ensure convenient transport without long waits. The high location of the ski area guarantees snow reliability and skiing in bright sunshine.
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Not only skiers find ideal conditions in Oberlech am Arlberg. Cross-country skiers, freeriders and winter hikers also get their money's worth. While the toboggan run with floodlights offers vacation fun for the whole family, snowboard fans can practice new styles and jumps in the fun park.
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Active summer vacation in Oberlech am Arlberg with majestic mountain peaks, green alpine meadows, dense forests and clear mountain lakes: The unique landscape of Oberlech invites you to extensive hikes. There are over 350 km of hiking trails for every level of difficulty to choose from. From family hikes to challenging summit tours - there is something for everyone.
A 3D archery course as well as a high ropes park, freeride and enduro trails provide variety, action and pure adrenaline during your active vacation.
In addition to numerous leisure activities for your active winter or summer vacation, Oberlech also offers its guests a variety of events and top gastronomy.
Whether in summer or winter: Oberlech, the legendary mountain sports resort at 1,750m above sea level, offers countless leisure opportunities for a varied vacation in the Alps of Austria. Fun and relaxation in the midst of fantastic nature await you, winter vacation of the highest class.
Oberlech is located in the middle of the ski area on the sunny terrace of the Arlberg with "Ski In Ski Out" luxury: 305 km of fun on the slopes in all degrees of difficulty and 200 km of free ski terrain are waiting right on your doorstep. A total of 88 lifts and mountain railroads ensure convenient transport without long waits. The high location of the ski area guarantees snow reliability and skiing in bright sunshine.
Not only skiers find ideal conditions in Oberlech am Arlberg. Cross-country skiers, freeriders and winter hikers also get their money's worth. While the toboggan run with floodlights offers vacation fun for the whole family, snowboard fans can practice new styles and jumps in the fun park.
Active summer vacation in Oberlech am Arlberg with majestic mountain peaks, green alpine meadows, dense forests and clear mountain lakes: The unique landscape of Oberlech invites you to extensive hikes. There are over 350 km of hiking trails for every level of difficulty to choose from. From family hikes to challenging summit tours - there is something for everyone.
A 3D archery course as well as a high ropes park, freeride and enduro trails provide variety, action and pure adrenaline during your active vacation.
In addition to numerous leisure activities for your active winter or summer vacation, Oberlech also offers its guests a variety of events and top gastronomy.
History
History
Even if no castle rises there, the same field name is found down the valley, and although no fort stood here either, the proud title proves to be historically coherent. To the west, uphill, lies the "Gruaba", which is why it is assumed that "Schlössle" goes back to the accommodation of a mountain watchman.
There is documentary evidence that ore was dug in Lech. As early as 1515, Emperor Maximilian I granted Ludwig von Nordholz a "mine on the Tennenberg". Around 1660, a Johannes Beiser lived "uf'm Schloss", which already meant the stately homestead to which the name was transferred.
Until the 20th century, the Walser home at 1750 meters was one of the highest on the Tannberg and enjoyed its magnificent location amidst the sunny mountain meadows at the top of Oberlech.
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My mother Wilhelmine "Minele" Muxel was born 1924
"uf'm Schloss", in the following years the first guests came and the mountain farm developed into the Gasthof Schlössle.
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Together with my father Richard Kathan, they built the Karhorn house in the post-war period of the 1940s.
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I was born here in 1949 with my twin sister Angelika and we grew up in the Karhorn guesthouse together with our brother Armin.
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There is documentary evidence that ore was dug in Lech. As early as 1515, Emperor Maximilian I granted Ludwig von Nordholz a "mine on the Tennenberg". Around 1660, a Johannes Beiser lived "uf'm Schloss", which already meant the stately homestead to which the name was transferred.
Until the 20th century, the Walser home at 1750 meters was one of the highest on the Tannberg and enjoyed its magnificent location amidst the sunny mountain meadows at the top of Oberlech.
My mother Wilhelmine "Minele" Muxel was born 1924
"uf'm Schloss", in the following years the first guests came and the mountain farm developed into the Gasthof Schlössle.
Together with my father Richard Kathan, they built the Karhorn house in the post-war period of the 1940s.
I was born here in 1949 with my twin sister Angelika and we grew up in the Karhorn guesthouse together with our brother Armin.
The siblings Kathan - Angelika, Irmgard and Armin built the house Kar, Oberlech 585.
Architecture
Architecture
What initially still appears traditional in terms of position and volume becomes in the details in favor of an almost urban-modern impression. The narrow, high p urlins,the type and position of the glazing, and the details of the material treatment lend the house a surprising elegance at an altitude of 1750m altitude surprising elegance and arouse curiosity about the interior. And indeed, the building houses compact apartment homes, whose organization is a modern response to the needs of the residents and the climatic and the climatic conditions of Lech. The pioneering character of the complex is underlined by unusual but sensible combinations of materials: horizontal wooden support elements rest on vertical steel supports,
large-scale glass elements butt up against coated wood-based panels. Accepting and implementing the special requirements of this construction site has led to an unusual and exemplary result.
Jury report
Vorarlberg Wood Construction Award 2001
Project - Apartment house Kar
Owner - Family Kathan
Architect - Armin Kathan, Holz Box Tirol
Apartment
Apartment
The 42m2 apartment is divided into 2 levels, both can be accessed directly from the access area barrier-free. On the lower level are the sleeping area with bathroom and toilet area. The dining, cooking and living area are located on the upper level, from here you can reach the covered outdoor area.
