Ellmau Ski Resort Guide
Ellmau, Austria
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 49km 30 miles |
| Highest Lift | 1,870m 6,135ft |
| Resort Height | 820m 2,690ft |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Salzburg |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Ellmau
Ellmau is a picturesque ski resort in Austria's Tyrol region. It offers a blend of stunning scenery and diverse skiing opportunities for all levels.
Summary
Nestled in the Wilder Kaiser mountain range, Ellmau is part of the Skiwelt area, one of the largest interconnected ski areas in Austria. With over 280 km of slopes, it caters to both beginners and advanced skiers alike.
The ski area of Ellmau is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 820m 2,690ft , with 49km 30 miles of marked runs.
Ellmau is part of the SkiWelt area with access to 288km 179 miles of downhill skiing, with 186 marked pistes, served by a total of 90 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Ellmau itself ( 49km 30 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other SkiWelt ski resorts of Brixen im Thale, Going am Wilden Kaiser, Hopfgarten im Brixental, Itter, Kelchsau, Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser, Söll and Westendorf.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Alpseite'.
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Snow and Weather
Ellmau enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting snow depths of up to 2 meters during peak season. For the latest snow information, including current conditions and forecasts, check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Ellmau?
The next notable snow forecast is 3cm 1in , expected on 20 November, with around 15cm 6in forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
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| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to 1,019m 3,343ft |
Ski Area Stats
Ellmau Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | 1km 1 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 14 | 19km 12 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 24 | 24km 15 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 49km 30 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 20 | |
SkiWelt Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 13 | 17km 11 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 74 | 129km 80 miles |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 99 | 134km 83 miles |
| Downhill Total Length | 288km 179 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 197km 122 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 90 | |
Ellmau Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,870m 6,135ft |
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| Resort Altitude (Ellmau) | 820m 2,690ft |
| Lowest Piste | 650m 2,133ft |
| Max Vertical | 1,220m 4,003ft |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
Ellmau boasts a maximum elevation of 1,950 meters and features notable ski areas such as the Hartkaiser and the Brandstadl. Key lifts include the Hartkaiserbahn and the Bergbahn Ellmau, providing access to varied pistes like the long run from the Hartkaiser to the valley.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Ellmau
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Ellmau Ski Schools and Ellmau Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain park at the Hartkaiser, which features jumps, rails, and boxes suitable for all skill levels. The diverse terrain also includes powder runs and off-piste options.
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Location and Map
Where is Ellmau?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Kufstein, Tyrol.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Ellmau is Innsbruck Airport, 60 minutes drive away.
Salzburg, Munich, Bolzano, Linz and Memmingen airports are all within three hours drive.
Innsbruck Airport is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Ellmau is easily accessible via major airports such as Innsbruck and Salzburg. From there, you can reach the resort by car or public transport, with well-marked routes leading directly to the ski area.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 20 ski lifts are able to uplift 136,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 210km 130 miles of ski runs, with 1000 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Ellmau open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Piste Map
Talking about Ellmau
Mentions in recent J2Ski News Items and Snow Reports from our users...
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Ellmau offers lively après-ski options such as the Heustadl and the Jagdhof, where you can unwind with drinks and local cuisine. Nightlife is vibrant with venues like the Café und Bar 1st Floor.
