Ranked
5th
of 263 ski resorts
Overall Rating
4.62
From 13 Reviews
225
Total Runs
620
Bottom Elevation
1869
Top Elevation
270
Skiable Terrain
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Ellmau, part of the SkiWelt area, is one of Austria's largest and most popular ski resorts. It offers an extensive range of slopes for all levels, from wide gentle runs for beginners to challenging terrain for expert skiers. The resort is known for its modern lift system and excellent snowmaking facilities. The après-ski scene in Ellmau is lively and diverse, with numerous bars, restaurants, and entertainment options. Ellmau is perfect for skiers who want a vast ski area with a vibrant après-ski scene.
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Recent Reviews
intermediate skier ⛷️ United Kingdom
James
Feb, 6 2026
In 2023 in early March there wasn't a great deal of snow around, but most of the runs were still open and I was amazed how well they had managed to maintain the pistes. The Ski Welt is a beautiful, extensive ski area.
Although there was hardly any snow on the nursery slope near our hotel, the wide nursery area at the Going end of the village was still functioning for the beginners in our party.
We stayed in Hotel Der Bar which was very nice with a lovely swimming pool.
Although there was hardly any snow on the nursery slope near our hotel, the wide nursery area at the Going end of the village was still functioning for the beginners in our party.
We stayed in Hotel Der Bar which was very nice with a lovely swimming pool.
advanced skier ⛷️ United Kingdom
Stephen
Feb, 4 2026
Good resort. Skiing at all levels.
Buses and access to SkiWelt makes it a decent size area.
Fun Apres.
Buses and access to SkiWelt makes it a decent size area.
Fun Apres.
intermediate skier ⛷️ United Kingdom
Ashleigh
Jan, 14 2026
Pretty resort.
Great blue and red runs.
Easy to navigate between the whole of ski welt.
Highly recommend the ski schools and great breakfast on top of the mountain with beautiful views.
Great blue and red runs.
Easy to navigate between the whole of ski welt.
Highly recommend the ski schools and great breakfast on top of the mountain with beautiful views.
intermediate skier ⛷️
Nicola
Mar, 23 2025
Great resort for families, great connection with ski lifts and comprehensive pass. Maybe not too much to offer to experts in immediate proximity
expert skier ⛷️
Ella
Feb, 6 2025
Although at a low altitude, the village of Ellmau is a perfect ski base, particularly for families. The village itself is picturesque, with many outstanding accomodation options. Ski welt as a ski area is immense and takes a lot of skiing to cover completely. Overall, the slopes are perhaps best suited to intermediate skiers, but there is certainly something for everyone. We absolutely adored the ski school and it remains the best tuition we have received. For this reason I have to recommend the resort for any families looking to ski in Janauary/February (peak season).
Ellmau - SkiWelt Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
116Beginner Runs
80Intermediate Runs
29Advanced Runs
225Total Runs
7.5 kmLongest Run
270 kmSkiable Terrain
229 kmsSnow making
10 kmsNight Skiing
Elevation
1869 mTop
620 mBottom
1249 mVertical Drop
Lifts
16Gondolas / Cable Cars
34Chairlifts
32Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
€732Season pass
€3596 days
€691 day
Weather
282 cmAverage annual snowfall
Ellmau - SkiWelt Travel Information
Airports
90min drive80KMsInnsbruck Airport (INN)
160min drive150KMsMunich Airport (MUC)
150min drive140KMsSalzburg Airport (SZG)
Train Stations
15min drive10KMsWörgl