Skiing in Ellmau
Ellmau lies on the northern side of the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, directly beneath the jagged rock walls of the Wilder Kaiser. The Tyrolean village is widely known as the setting of the TV series Der Bergdoktor, and at the same time it is a fully fledged ski resort: across the region you ski 699 kilometres of pistes with 129 lifts, on terrain between 1010 and 1865 metres. Ellmau combines a convivial village centre with direct access to the eastern SkiWelt. Recent winters recorded maximum snow depths of around 119 centimetres; the region's large-scale snowmaking keeps the pistes in shape. We list 5 accommodations in Ellmau, with winter holidays from 582 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Ellmau
EllmauSkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Landhaus Patricia
Ellmau10.0SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Landhof Ellmau
Ellmau10.0SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Kaiserappartements Marie
EllmauSkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Studio Esche 1
EllmauSkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Studio Esche 2
EllmauSkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Studio Esche 4
EllmauSkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Studio Esche 3
EllmauSkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Naschberghof
Ellmau2.0SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Appartement 11, Berghof
Ellmau8.0SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Tirol Lodge
Ellmau7.4SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental, Oostenrijk
Hotel Alte Post
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The ski area from Ellmau
From Ellmau you enter the eastern SkiWelt, with sunny pistes beneath the Wilder Kaiser and links towards Scheffau, Söll and beyond. Across the region you have 699 kilometres of pistes and 129 lifts, on terrain between 1010 and 1865 metres.
The area is an intermediate's paradise: wide red and blue runs, views of the Kaiser walls and a new route every day. Beginners have practice terrain by the village, and in the evening there is floodlit skiing over at Söll.
Snow reliability in Ellmau
With terrain between 1010 and 1865 metres, the SkiWelt is no high-mountain area, and that deserves an honest word: natural snow is not guaranteed in December and late March, and recent winters peaked at around 119 centimetres.
The region has invested heavily in one of the largest snowmaking systems in the Alps, keeping the main pistes reliably open through the core months. The north-facing slopes beneath the Wilder Kaiser also hold their snow comparatively well. January and February are the safest choice.
The village itself
Ellmau is a well-kept, lively village with a compact centre full of shops, restaurants and cafés, and the Wilder Kaiser as an overwhelming backdrop. Its fame from Der Bergdoktor draws visitors year-round, but the village has kept its Tyrolean character.
Après-ski exists by the lifts and in village bars, sociable but more measured than in neighbouring Söll. Families appreciate the wellness facilities, the swimming complex and the quiet evenings. The blend of lively and easy-going makes Ellmau one of the region's most popular villages.
Who is Ellmau for
Ellmau is an excellent all-round choice: families get nursery slopes, ski schools and child-friendly hotels, intermediates the enormous SkiWelt terrain, and bon vivants a village with plenty of restaurants and shops. With stays from 582 euros per person, the value is strong.
Advanced skiers can day-trip to the region's steeper corners and via Westendorf towards the Kitzbühel area. Only those after hard après-ski or high-altitude snow certainty should look elsewhere.
Practical information for Ellmau
Ellmau is quick to reach: via Munich and Kufstein you drive into the Wilder Kaiser region without any passes, one of the shortest routes to a major Austrian ski area.
Christmas and February are peak times; January and March combine quiet slopes with sharper prices. We list 5 accommodations in Ellmau, with winter holidays from 582 euros per person. Book early if you want to stay near the gondola, as that location is the most sought-after.
Ellmau on the map
Webcams · Ellmau
📷 Gemeinde Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser › North-west: Osthangbahn Bergstation - Spielplatz Brandstadl - Bergstation Brandstadlbahn
📷 Gemeinde Brixen im Thale › South: Jochstuben See - Bergstation Jochbahn
📷 Gemeinde Brixen im Thale: Brixen im Thale, SkiWelt - Jochbahn Bergstation
📷 Gemeinde Soll: Sonnbichl: Söll - Ort
📷 Gemeinde Brixen im Thale › South-west: Kälbersalvenbahn Talstation
📷 Gemeinde Soll: Söll am Wilden Kaiser, SkiWelt - Hexenwasser, Hexenwasser Söll Hohe Salve
📷 Gemeinde Soll: Söll am Wilden Kaiser, SkiWelt - Hexenwasser, Hexenwasser Wilder Kaiser
📷 Gemeinde Soll › South-east: Alpengasthof Salvenmoos - Hexenwasser Söll
FAQ about Ellmau
How much piste can you ski from Ellmau?
From Ellmau you reach the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental ski area with around 699 km of marked pistes and 129 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Ellmau cost?
Accommodations in Ellmau start from around €559 per person; Nivosola compares 11, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Ellmau?
Yes. Recent winters in SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental reached a maximum snow depth of around 119 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high are Ellmau and the SkiWelt?
The SkiWelt's terrain lies between 1010 and 1865 metres; Ellmau sits at the foot of the Wilder Kaiser. The moderate altitude is offset by one of the largest snowmaking systems in the Alps.
Is Ellmau suitable for beginners?
Yes, Ellmau has practice areas by the village, good ski schools and many wide blue runs close by. Beginners can progress gradually into the big linked area.
Is Ellmau really the Der Bergdoktor village?
Yes, Ellmau and its surroundings form the setting of the popular TV series, and several locations can be recognised or visited. That draws many fans in summer especially; in winter, skiing dominates.
Which other village in the region could you consider?
Scheffau and Going are next door, smaller and quieter; Söll offers the SkiWelt's liveliest après-ski. All villages share the same piste network.