ellmau austria
Ellmau is another historic farming settlement which was first mentioned in the 12th century and fought over by invading troops in the time of Napoleon. It was also an important stop on the postal network, as well as being a vital link on the route between Innsbruck and Salzburg.
These days, Ellmau is an attractive resort which can boast stunning views of the Wilder Kaiser mountains above the resort on the opposite side of the valley and Austria's largest linked ski area on the mountains at the back of the village.
Like many of the neighbouring villages, Ellmau originally offered mainly guesthouse
accommodation and private rooms, but these days it also provides luxury accommodation
at the other end of the price scale, with one of the only five-star hotels
in the surrounding area.
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The ski slopes start at the back of the village and head up via the impressive
Hartkaiser mountain tram into the main SkiWelt area or, alternatively, off
to the east and the smaller area above Going.
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Ellmau is pretty much equi-distant from the airports of Innsbruck and Salzburg,
with access to the motorway network via the main Inn valley route, which is
only 25 minutes' drive from the resort.
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