Essentials
Resort Altitude
820m
Snow Range
725m to 1956m
The Mountain
Piste area - 250
Black runs - 11
Red runs - 43
Blue runs - 26
Nursery slopes - 1
Mountain cafes - 73
Snow cannon - 115
Parks - 1
Pipes - 0
Transfers
Salzburg 1.5hrs
Innsbruck 2hrs
Ratings
Queues - 8
Lifts - 4
Cafes - 4
Snow - 4
Extent - 8
Transfer - 6
Charm - 6
Scenery - 6
Eating Out - 6
Apres Ski - 5
Resort Profile For Ellmau
A great base to explore the SkiWelt ski area
Ellmau is a picturesque village situated between the rocky Wilder Kaiser mountains and the Kitzbuheler Alps and forming part of the extensive SkiWelt ski area. With 250km mainly long cruising pistes, it is a paradise for beginners and cruising intermediates. The village is quaint and friendly with a cosy feel. It is an ideal base of families and couples who will enjoy the lively but limited après-ski.
Resort Pros
- Very scenic resort with great alpine views.
- Mostly gentle wooded cruising blues make it an intermediates paradise and great for beginners.
- Relatively good value for money.
Resort Cons
- Limited challenging terrain for advanced skiers.
Best For
- Mixed ability families.
- Those looking for alpine charm.
SlopeSeeker Tips
Enjoy the family friendly atmosphere while taking the odd night out in neighbouring Soll or Kitzbuhel.