Skiing is Bruno's great passion. The Arlberg ski area promises endless happiness.

Are the guests at Alpina Lech still active skiers?

Most of our guests are people who enjoy being outdoors. The vast majority are skiers, and they all love the snowy landscape. It's important to me that in winter we sit in front of the open fireplace and talk about skiing, not golf. How was the day for the guests while skiing? What made them happy? What did they respect? That interests me. And my tips give guests guidance and confidence.

You were a ski guide yourself for many years?

Yes, that was a wonderful time. The nicest compliment was when a guest said, "Skiing with Bruno makes you happy." I was able to ski with many interesting people and experience many golden moments. Fortunately, I still experience this today on wonderful deep-snow descents or in spring when the slopes are covered with firn snow. Or skiing "beautiful turns" on perfectly groomed slopes.

Winter hiking in Lech is becoming increasingly popular. The trails for long walks lead through beautiful landscapes.

What is the winter hiking trail to Zürs like?

With its alternating flat sections and inclines, this trail offers a wonderfully varied winter hike. The trail first leads through the forest, then follows the Zürsbach stream for a long time, offering touching snowy landscapes. Once you arrive in Zürs, it is worth taking the detour to the Flexen Pass. It is fun to watch the colorful hustle and bustle of the skiers. The hike is also an ideal route for physical fitness.

Is there a trail that combines nature and culture?

I can highly recommend the winter hiking trail to Oberlech. The trail leads along the Oberlech cable car mountain station and continues towards Schlössle – so you can also shorten this part of the route by taking the cable car. Continuing uphill, past the hotels of Oberlech, you reach the Skyspace-Lech, designed by American light artist James Turell. It's worth lingering there for a while. The open roof offers a view of the sky. These are meditative moments that I love to immerse myself in.

The cross-country ski trail to Ortweiler Zug starts right at the Hotel Alpina and is a must-have for every winter vacation in Lech.

Where can you stop for refreshments?

I recommend enjoying a cup of tea at the Älpele inn. Toilets are also available there. The trail continues towards Tannläger, where you can enjoy a wonderful and challenging loop through the forest. The return journey is mostly downhill, which makes the time fly by. There is also another short cross-country skiing loop from Zürs to the Flexen Pass and back.

Is the route to the Zug Valley also suitable for snowshoe hikes?

Yes, of course. I really like the section behind the hamlet of Zug to Älpele on the left side of the stream. There is no groomed winter hiking trail there and nature is completely untouched. On some days, however, you need to be aware of the avalanche situation. I love snowshoe hikes, especially in the early evening in midwinter when it gets dark early. The full moon shines and the snow crystals sparkle like a sea of diamonds. The destination is the Älpele inn with a fine dinner in the cozy dining rooms. The return trip is on the snow train, which has room for several people in one car.