Ellmau / Scheffau

"If you’re looking for a real taste of Austria, Ellmau or the charming village of Scheffau would be the place. In both you’ll find a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere, relaxed, low-key après-ski and delicious, Tyrolean-style cuisine, as well as access to 250km of pistes!"

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At a glance

Good For:

Ski Leading

Family Resort

Self Drive and Accommodation Only Options

Beginners Skiing Excellent
Intermediate Skiing Excellent
Advanced Skiing Very Good
Off-Piste Very Good
Non Skiers Fair
Families Very Good
Nightlife Fair
Skiing Altitude 1830m High
620m Low
Resort Altitude 820m
Glacier No
Pistes 250km
Number of Pistes 91
Number of Lifts 93
Terrain Parks Yes
Mountain Restaurants 70
Snow Making 47%
Linked Resorts Söll, Going, Hopfgarten & Westendorf  
Disabled Skiing No
Leisure Centre No
Non-ski Childcare Yes
Ski Kindergarten Yes
Snowman Club No
Snowbusters Club No
Baby Care Yes
Departure Airports Gatwick
Manchester
 
Departure day Saturday
Transfer time 1hr 30mins

Surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, Ellmau and Scheffau are situated 2.5km apart at the base of lush, wooded slopes. Both resorts offer the advantage of an extensive lift system linking 250km of runs across the Ski Welt circuit, one of Austria’s largest ski areas. The skiing is varied and appeals to all abilities but particularly intermediates who will love the wealth of blue and red runs. The ski schools have a good reputation and the gentle runs close to the village centres are ideal for learning on the first few days.

If you’re looking for a real taste of Austria, Ellmau or the charming village of Scheffau is the place. In both you’ll find a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere, relaxed, low-key après-ski and delicious, Tyrolean-style cuisine. Ellmau is bigger in size offering great facilities for children while Scheffau is a quieter base. Both resorts are ideal for mixed ability groups and families looking to make the most if the fantastic skiing opportunities.

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS W08/09:

Ellmau - FREE child boots & skis for one child when two adults book equipment.

Ellmau & Sheffau - Book your ski or board equipment & receive FREE storage next to the slopes.

Call us on 0845 070 3460 or book online.



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