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Ellmau

Ellmau is an Austrian ski resort which lies between the Kitzbuheler Alps and the Wilder Kaiser Mountains at an altitude of over eight hundred metres. The highest lifts reach two thousand metres. As part of the country's largest ski area the Ski Welt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, it gives access to two hundred and eighty kilometres of piste, sufficient to satisfy even the most ardent of skiers. The slopes cater for all levels of proficiency. The local terrain is well suited to boarders and there is also a snow park. A good number of lifts give quick and easy access to the pistes. Beginners, with the help of expert tuition can hone their skills on the nursery slopes close to the resort centre, before moving on the confidence gaining greens. Experienced skiers can find challenging runs on the Hohe Salve.

Cheap Ellmau ski holidays are widely popular as this family friendly resort caters for all ability levels in both skiing and boarding. The season begins in mid December and ends in mid April and it enjoys a good snow record throughout. There are snow making facilities over seventy five percent of the slopes. You'll find several regional airports with direct flights to Innsbruck, Munich or Salzburg. Check to see if your own local airport offers this service. Transfers vary from one and a half to a little over two hours.

Ellmau provides good accommodation that satisfies most budgets. Whatever you choose, be it hotel, apartment or chalet, you'll find standards of quality and service are high. Restaurants, including over sixty mountain eateries, provide a variety of menu that caters for all tastes and budgets. Although it is family friendly, it nevertheless offers a lively nightlife which appeals to couples and groups of young adults. Recreational activities include swimming, tennis and squash, a climbing wall, curling and tobogganing. There are also walking trails.

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