Lech am Arlberg - is best-known resort in Austria

Lech am Arlberg (1,444m) is a mountain village and an exclusive ski resort in the Bludenz district of Vorarlberg, in western Austria, on the banks of the river Lech. In terms of both geography and history, Lech belongs to the Tannberg district. In tourist terms, however, it is part of the Arlberg region.

In recent years Lech has grown to become one of the worlds premier ski destinations and the home of a number of world and Olympic ski champions. It is administered together with the neighbouring villages of Zürs, Zug, Oberlech and Stubenbach.

Lech is best known for its skiing (both on-piste and off-piste). It is well connected via mechanical lifts and groomed pistes with the neighbouring villages of Zürs, St Christof, St. Anton, Stuben and, with effect from the 2013/2014 winter, Warth and Schröcken - together they form the Arlberg region, the birthplace of the modern Alpine skiing technique and the seat of the Ski Club Arlberg. Lech is also the starting and finishing point for "Der Weisse Ring" ("The White Ring"), a circle of runs and lifts that is a popular tour and the scene of an annual race involving both experts and others.

Lech am Arlberg is a popular holiday destination for Royal families and celebrities, for example Tom Cruise, Diana, Princess of Wales, and the former Queen Beatrix and the Dutch Royal family.

Lech is also the starting and finishing point for "Der Weisse Ring" ("The White Ring"), a circle of runs and lifts that is a popular tour and the scene of an annual race involving both experts and others.

Although not as well frequented in the summer as it is in the winter, Lech nevertheless has much to offer the summer visitor, in terms of sporting, cultural, culinary and other activities. There are many premier places in Lech, as well as numerous top class restaurants and bars.

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Austria is a member of the EEC.

Prior to membership of the EEC there were numerous local council rules that often prevented foreigners from buying property.

Whilst these rules no longer apply to European citizens many councils still prefer their approval to be sought by the appropriate "Grundverkehrsbehörde" - part of the local council.

Whilst arguably such approval is no longer required it is best to be courteous and have your Lawyer comply. Remember that most towns are very small and the local major is someone you would like to keep on Good terms with.

Apart from these considerations EEC citizens will find buying property in Lech am Arlberg or in any other parts of in Austria orderly, efficient and quick.

If you are not an EEC citizen you may still buy property in Lech am Arlberg or in other parts of Austria but only with the express approval of the "Grundverkehrsbehörde" - part of the local council. The procedure is basically to find a property, place a formal offer via your Austria-Partner real estate Agent after which an approach to the council is made.