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Ellmau Ski Holidays

At a glance

  • Varied terrain
  • Part of the Ski Welt
  • Austria’s fastest funicular railway
  • 288km of pistes

Great for

  • Beginners
  • Alpine village charm
  • Families

Ski Holidays in Ellmau

This traditional Austrian village looks out to rolling hills, thick forests and those gorgeously rugged Wilder Kaiser peaks. It’s also part of one of the country’s biggest ski area and, if that wasn’t enough to shout from the rooftops, the transfer time’s less than an hour.

  • Flight Time
  • 2 hours
  • From London
  • Nearest Airports
  • Innsbruck, Salzburg
  • Time zone
  • GMT + 1 hour
  • Language
  • German
  • Currency
  • Euros
  • Ski Season
  • Dec - April

Ellmau Stats

Top Altitude
1870m
Bottom Altitude
820m
Resort Altitude
820m
Total Piste
284km
Longest Run
7.5km
Slope Orientation
NSEW
Vertical Drop
1220m
Skiable Vertical
1220m
Night Skiing
Yes
Glacier Skiing
No

Set at the foot of the Wilder Kaiser Mountain range, Ellmau has a small population and so much classic Austrian charm that you’re unlikely to get through the week without donning Lederhosen or a dirndl. The village is built of the sturdy wood and stone structures you only find in the mountains, made picture-perfect by the central parish church. It’s not all about the aesthetics - you’ll find some excellent eateries, affordable après ski, and good quality chalets, hotels and apartments of all shapes, sizes and star-ratings.

So far, so good, but here come the real perks: being within an hour’s drive from the Innsbruck, Munich and Salzburg airports, this is one of the most easily accessible resorts in the Alps – especially convenient for quick ski breaks and family trips. The village is easily reached by road, and an uber-efficient shuttle bus service runs within the resort to keep the roads as clear and traffic-free as possible.

Then there’s the skiing – with a respectable top altitude of 1870m and terrific snowmaking technology, the slopes behind the village are always well prepared for a day on the snow. Ellmau is one of the focal points of the Ski Welt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, made up of 288km of ski runs across Brixen in Thale, Going. Itter, Kelchsau, Scheffau, Söll, Westendorf, Hopfgarten and Ellmau. For even more coverage, serious skiers can purchase the Kitzbuheler Alpen All Star pass for access to over 1000km of piste in no less than 10 ski areas (including the resorts of Kitzbühel, Alpbach, Kaprun and Saalbach).

Winter Sports Ratings

Beginners

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboarding

Ellmau Transfer Times

Innsbruck1hr
Munich1hr 10mins
Salzburg1hr 10mins

The nearest airport to Ellmau is Salzburg at 70 km or about 1 hour by car

What's the ski area like in Ellmau?

The resort has an excellent lift system connecting to the neighbouring villages of Going and Scheffau. The large infrastructure project u on this side of the Skiwelt as meant the addition of 3 new gondolas and chairlift in recent years.

Which other ski resorts are near to Ellmau?

The nearest ski resorts to Ellmau include Hopfgarten, Itter, Scheffau, Söll, Westendorf, Brixen im Thale and Going..

Ski Area Facts

LocationAustria
Established1950
Downhill284km
Lift Pass€ 235 (Adult 6 day)

Beginner Slopes

122km43%

Intermediate Skiing

129km45%

Advance & Expert Terrain

33km12%

Snowboarding Trails

284km100%

What is Ellmau like for Beginner skiers?

It really comes into its own for beginners: children’s lessons take place in ‘Kinderland’ (next to the ski school office on Alte Straße 3) which is kitted out with magic carpets, snow plough area and mini slaloms. You’ll find a range of short, gentle blues at the bottom of the mountain leading down into Ellmau and Going, well protected and separate from the rest of the ski area. #100b from Astberg is a nice long route to progress onto, as is the #80 from Hartkaiser on the other side of the village.

What is Ellmau like for Intermediate skiers?

Intermediates will be in their element - jump on the Ranhart draglift and head to the Hartkaiser #80a to see what you’re made of, then move on to wherever takes your fancy.

What is Ellmau like for Advanced skiers?

Whilst this resort may not be renowned for its white-knuckle terrain, the sheer variety keeps things interesting for those who are happy to roam. After hours, one of the local runs from Astberg is usually illuminated or you can pop over to Söll which has a massive 10km of floodlit pistes – Tyrol’s biggest night skiing area.

What is Ellmau like for snowboarding?

In terms of terrain parks, the local Kaiserpark probably best serves families but confident freestylers can head over to Söll and Westendorf for more of a challenge. Soll is home to an easy to intermediate snowpark, situated alongside the ‘Rinner chairlift’. And you can head to the ‘Big Playground’ snowpark in Westendorf for the choice of easy, intermediate and advanced routes, with the option for some seriously big air if that’s what you’re after.

What is Ellmau like for off-piste skiing?

There may not be heaps of off-piste, but you’ll find some decent trails on Hohe Salve - with the area’s main draw being for beginners, the powder remains widely untouched.

Ellmau Restaurants

Amongst the thirty-something restaurants, Brenneralm is a favourite for its varied menu (including all the best hearty Austrian dishes), convivial atmosphere and stonkingly good views (best enjoyed from their sheepskin covered deckchairs) – on top of the fact that it’s right on a toboggan run, which sprogs always love. Italian restaurant and bar, Memory, is the place for pizzas and cocktails that won’t break the bank and Café Bergland is a go-to for a brilliant Austrian alpine atmosphere and a fantastic steak and chips.

Where to eat in Ellmau and on the mountain

Memory Memory is a really popular venue for lunch or dinner in Ellmau – and it’s no wonder why it seems to be everyone’s favourite! You’ll find a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy tasty food for fantastic prices with friendly, fast service. Very well known for its pizzas, which are cooked in front of you on a traditional wood-fired oven, this is a safe option if you’re skiing as a large group or family as it’s bound to have something to keep everyone happy!

Saffron Asia Indian – Wok – Pizza Enjoy a fantastic meal at this brilliant Ellmau restautant. Whatever your taste preferences, Saffron Asia will have something for you with all the Indian, pizza and wok favourites – making it a brilliant choice for large groups or families. Whether you prefer a Chicken Balti with a naan, Margherita Pizza or Khao Pad Paak you can enjoy tasty food in a friendly and relaxed environment. Thanks to a fantastic, varied menu and brilliant value for money prices, this is a restaurant you can return to again and again and enjoy a brilliant meal every time! Saffron Asia is open Monday to Sunday from 5pm to 10pm.

Ellmau Après Ski

The local après is low key but merry, with Pub 66 easily winning the gong for most popular drink spot (trust us, after a few sherries the karaoke here starts looking a lot more appealing). Living up to Austria’s reputation for stein-swinging après. If you’re in the mood to warm up and relax, we love the Bettina - a gorgeous mountainside café in the perfect location for a family pit stop on the way back down the slopes - they do smashing hot chocolates and glühwein.

Bars Late Night Clubs and Cafes in Ellmau

Mestizo Mestizo is a bar / lounge with an excellent location right in the middle of Ellmau village near to the tourist office! For early après ski and good weather, Mestizo has a lovely terrace with comfy seating, where you can enjoy amazing views with a drink or snack from their brilliant selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic winter warmers. Indoors, the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, a great place to rest your body after a day on the slopes and spend some quality time with your friends or family. It’s open six days a week (closed on Thursdays) until 1:30am, for you to enjoy late night après ski.

Ellmau Activites for Non-skiers

Non-skiers won’t have to sit twiddling their thumbs here, with attractions off the piste including a swimming centre with a sauna and steam bath and a sports complex with tennis and squash. There’s also traditional winter fun aplenty with sleigh rides, curling and ice skating.

KaiserBad An excellent sports centre in Ellmau, KaiserBad has both indoor and outdoor pools as well as a children’s pool. Complete with water jets, diving boards and 4 water slides, there’s lots of fun to be had in KaiserBad’s swimming area! If you prefer to stay dry, there are indoor tennis and squash courts as well as a climbing wall. To relax and unwind at the end of the day, KaiserBad also has brilliant wellness facilities, including a sauna, massage pool, steam shower, solarium and outdoor hot & cold water pools.

Golfclub Wilder Kaiser If you are staying in or around Ellmau this summer, pay a visit to the excellent golf course in the area! This is a state of the art, excellently looked after large golf course set in an absolutely beautiful landscape. One of the most popular places to play golf in Austria, Golfclub Wilder Kaiser offers 3 challenging nine hole courses which can be played individually or combined in a 18 or 27 hole golf course. The golf club also has a driving range, putting green, pitching green, chipping green and practice bunker. Golf lessons are available here for beginners or developing technique.

KaiserBad Looking for a fun summer activity during your summer stay in Ellmau? The KaiserBad sports centre has a huge Outdoor pool which is brilliant for the whole family on hot sunny days! The pool has slides and water jets and there’s also space to lie down and soak up the sunshine! KaiserBad also has a children's play area and a beach volleyball court. This isn’t only somewhere to go on good weather days – there’s a lot more to do indoors, where you will find another swimming pool, tennis and squash sports courts, a climbing wall and wellness facilities!

SennAir Helicopter Enjoy beautiful and unforgettable birds-eye sights of Austria on a helicopter sightseeing tour with Helicopter Tours! Plan your own day out or pick one of their selection of trips which include wine tours, food tours, spa tours. Modern, quiet helicopters driven by qualified professionals provide the best experience of the mountains!

Hornpark Kletterwald Head up the Harschbichl gondola in St. Johann and you’ll find the Kletterwald Hornpark. It’s a massive complex of multiple high ropes courses that encompasses 88 obstacles overall – more than enough to keep you entertained! There are bridges, ladders, hanging stirrups and loads more; one of the ziplines even dangles you 210m above a lovely lake. As you’d expect, they adhere to safety regulations rigorously – enjoying the courses in a safe fashion is a top priority. On top of that, the management like to ensure that they protect the beautiful natural environment that you’ll be having fun in. They’re careful not to damage any of the trees of harm the eco-system in any way.

Quellfisch Fischteich Schwendt Quellfisch is a massive (15,000m squared) fishing lake in the Kufstein area. It’s a great place to practice your cast – there’s even a fly fishing specific area. The pond is stocked with various species of trout (rainbow, brook and lake, for example). If you’re with people learning to fish – especially children – they might appreciate a few casts in the purpose built family fishing ponds. For young kids there’s a playground to mess around on. One of the best things about the fishing pond is its bistro and lakeside terrace. Grab a bite to eat and relax – try the smoked trout, caught right on-site. You can take your catch with you at the end of the day and cook it up when you get back to your accommodation. From March to November the pond opens at about 8:30am and shuts at 6:00pm – unless the weather’s really unpleasant.

Outdoor Planet Get involved with some adventure trips in the Tirol area. Outdoor Planet has loads on offer, like caving, Via Ferrata and trekking. Canyoning’s a great laugh too and white-water rafting is always terrific. If that’s what you’re into you’ll love the trip they offer that combines both water sports into one excursion. They’ve got loads of trips that are tailored towards different groups, like a family group, or even one for stag parties!

Tiroler Fischereiverband The Tiroler Fischereiverband’s in charge of fishing in the Tirol area; that means they provide licences and look into the best spots. Contact them for loads of info on where to cast your hook; you’ll find Wels catfish and pike in some of the lakes, as well as trout and salmon in the rivers and streams. There are loads of other fish around, including plenty of carp and graylings. The waters around here are a great place to try out fly fishing, if you haven’t before and in fact the board run courses teaching young people the basics of the sport.

Stanglwirt Riding School The Lipizzaner horses of Stanglwirt Riding School are beautiful creatures, they’re powerful and white – perfect for capturing the attention of anyone interested in horse riding. The school offer a wide choice of courses, some levelled at beginners who are new in the saddle, while others are more to do with developing the skills of experienced riders. The school’s at the bottom of the Wilder Kaiser so it’s positioned excellently for a trip up into the mountains. Exploring those captivating views on the back of one of these marvelous animals is a fantastic way to spend a day.

Clothing Food & Souvenir Shops

Ellmau has a good spread of shops covering all necessities. For local food produce there are several butchers, bakers and grocers and convenient stores. Of course you have the ski rental shops, clothing shops and the ever-present Souvenir and gift shops.

Equipment rental Rent your equipment on your Ellmau ski holiday with Intersport Winkler. With experienced staff ready to give useful advice as well as a range of equipment to rent and buy, you will find something that suits your sporting level and style to make for a great time on the slopes! Intersport Winkler also provide servicing for your equipment to keep it in excellent condition! This Ellmau ski shop is open from 8:30am to 6pm (closed between midday and 2pm) every day of the week.

BILLA Grocery Store One of a large chain of Austrian supermarkets, Billa Grocery store stocks all the grocery essentials you might need on your Ellmau ski holiday! Whether you want to pick up some food for a mountain picnic, ski snack or gather some ingredients for a self catering ski holiday, Billa has a good selection of products for all tastes.

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Best Time to Visit Ellmau

In the northern part of the SkiWelt, Ellmau’s slopes have some of the best snow in the area. They’re not Austria’s highest, so for good coverage it’s best to ski here in the middle of the season (January-March) when the snowfall’s most consistent and weather’s coldest. The pistes face all directions and being part of a huge and varied ski area, you can plan your skiing to find the best snow throughout the season. If snowfall’s lacking, the area has excellent snow making coverage thanks to a socking great 1700 snow cannons all over the region.

What's Ellmau like at Christmas?

Christmas in Ellmau has an especially magical feel and a ski holiday here will leave you with a memorable Christmas week. The skiing at this time of year is great and there are lots of festive activates to take part in!
If you’re looking to do something different to see in the year, book a ski holiday in this beautiful resort.
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What's Ellmau like in the New Year?

New Year in Ellmau is great, with lively celebrations, great skiing and phenomenal food - the perfect way to kick off the New Year!
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What's Ellmau like in Half-Term?

Half term in Ellmau is a popular time of year, especially for families. The snow conditions are at a peak and you can enjoy the excellent terrain the resort has to offer. There are lots of activities to keep kids entertained and with its wonderful nursery slopes and first rate ski schools your little ones will be hitting the slopes in no time!
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What's Ellmau like at Easter?

Easter in Ellmau is a really lovely time and place to spend a late season ski break. Despite the lower than average altitudes, you can still enjoy some amazing skiing here if it’s an early Easter and there’s been good snowfall.

Ellmau Snow Conditions

Snow Report, History & Forecast

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Ski Accommodation in Ellmau

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Ellmau is a beautiful family resort with great facilities and an atmosphere to match. This is a resort families fall in love with and want to return again and again. Choosing the right accommodation for your family holiday is important and there are some terrific options in Ellmau. Try out Hotel Hochfilzer which is near the ski school and nursery slopes. With meals included and on-site facilities, you can all enjoy a relaxing holiday. A lot of hotels have childcare on site which can be really handy for families with young children.

Only an hour’s transfer from Innsbruck, Munich and Salzburg airports, it’s really well suited to families travelling with small children. There are a range of childcare options in resort and accommodation for children too young to ski and for those old enough to hit the slopes, the ski schools are second to none - Schischule Ellmau Hartkaiser and Top Ski School Aktiv Ellmau have patient ski instructors that will teach you and your kids to ski in no time! Superb nursery slopes are located a short walk from the centre of the village, they’re wide open and a safe distance making them the perfect place for the kids to learn!

For a break from skiing there are numerous non-ski activities to take part in – you’ll find a fantastic indoor swimming pool and centre with thrilling slides and a sauna and steam bath for the adults. You can also have a go at ice skating, ice curling and sledging. There are plenty of eateries in the area most of which are family-friendly. Cantina Bar Mexican is really popular with families visiting the resort as they offer fantastic kids options.

There’s some amazing accommodation in the area to suit groups of all shapes and sizes holidaying in Ellmau. Hotels are a popular option for groups and there is plenty of choice in Ellmau - have a look at Hotel Hochfilzer, it’s in a great central location near slopes and shops and has fantastic facilities. For a cheap group holiday, self-catered apartments like Tom Sojer Apartments, are fantastic – everyone can take turns in the cooking and cleaning and enjoy quality time in an intimate setting.

With excellent ski schools, slopes to suit every preference and fantastic connections to the Ski Welt, the slopes here are perfect for groups of mixed abilities. As well as great skiing there are some excellent bars for après ski and a fun night club where you can all dance the night away. Pub 66 is a favourite après venue with tourists and locals - it holds karaoke nights that are nearly always rammed with partying snow lovers. There are over thirty restaurants in the village that will really suit everyone’s taste.

If some of your group would rather spend their holiday away from the slopes, there’s plenty to do. Winter sport activities include ice skating, curling and sledging and you can also have a game of skittles with the locals! One of the most popular non-ski attractions is the large swimming pool centre with slides, saunas and steam baths.

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We knew that Ellmau was a small and quiet resort before we visited, we also knew how well linked it is to the neighbouring resorts within the Skiwelt. The views from the village itself are outstanding and its great for beginners or families who like access to a good deal of non-threatening skiing on their d... + more
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First ski holiday in Ellmau, there wasn’t a lot of snow but they had lots of the artificial stuff and as ski areas go, it’s a good one with runs for all levels. The village is quiet but we didn’t go for the après, if I’d wanted to party I’d be better off somewhere else. As a whole, all good, I’d happily ... + more
anonymous, Highland
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Ellmau is better suited to beginner – intermediate skiers. I’m more of an advanced skier but it was fine because I was teaching someone to ski. The ski area is not the same as big resorts like Les Deux Alpes in France. I prefer large ski areas. It’s a nice little resort though, really good value and great fo... + more
Charlotte Hopkins, Glasgow
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Ski Extras

How much is a ski pass in Ellmau

Maximum and minimum adult Ellmau lift pass prices ranged from €204 to €240 for 6 days access to the Ellmau ski lift system at the start of the 2025 winter season. Our lift passes are part of a packaged Ellmau holiday with accommodation, so prices vary depending on chalet or hotel suppliers. Confirm price for the lift ticket before booking your holiday.

Lift Tickets Child Adult Senior
1 Day Price €22 - €35 €44 - €49 N / A
6 Day Price €102 - €120 €204 - €240 N / A
Age Range 7 - 15 N / A N / A
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Getting to Ellmau

Most of our ski holidays to Ellmau packaged with flights include airport transfers. We can also arrange private transfers to Ellmau from nearby airports

How long does it take to fly to Ellmau from the UK?

Flights from London take about 2 hours to Innsbruck, Salzburg. This table shows approximate transfer times to Ellmau from the nearest airports, smaller airports can be more prone to delays.

Airport Distance Transfer Time
Salzburg 70 km 1 hour
Munich / München 160 km 2 hours
Innsbruck 70 km 1 hour 15 minutes
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How long does it take to drive to Ellmau from the UK?

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How long is the transfer from nearest Austria train station to Ellmau?

The transfer time from alpine train stations are generally shorter than from airports, Call us for details of Ellmau transfers.

Station Distance Transfer Time
Kufstein / Worgl / St Johann 25 km 25 minutes
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More Ellmau Information

Ellmau Tourism Office Ellmau is a popular ski village on the northern side of the massive SkiWelt area. Ellmau has a great reputation for being a favourite ski destination for families and it is warm welcoming and has a great variety of pistes. The ski slopes start at the back of the village and head up via the impressive Hartkaiser gondola. There used to be a mountain railway which was replaced by the Gondola. More information can be provided by tourism office. The village is in an attractive setting just off the main road between St Johann and Wörgl. It provides good ski access to the neighbouring Brixen and Scheffau areas as well as having a good selection of runs above the village and across at the nearby village of Going. The Tourism office is located next to the bank, the Raiffeisenbank Ellmau. Services offered by the tourism offices. - Finding accommodation - Brochures - Questions about infrastructure, hiking tours and events. - Information about Ellmau and the Wilder Kaiser region - Free parking: Parking lot Ellmau-Mitte Opening Times: Daily 08:00 - 12:00 and then 14:00 - 17:30 Saturdays : 08:00 - 12:00 Closed Sundays

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