Varied winter activities: fun in the snow
The Ellegg ski lift Faistenoy is located in the municipality of the Oberallgäuer Kneipp and climatic health resort Oy-Mittelberg and promises skiers and snowboarders who like a cozy and family atmosphere the best winter sports fun. A variety of winter activities ensure fun in the snow in Oy-Mittelberg even without ski boards.
The community of Oy-Mittelberg in Oberallgäu is a popular holiday destination for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation. The town, located between 800 and 1150 meters, impresses with its picturesque foothills of the Alps, which transforms into a wonderful winter wonderland in the cold months. A nice excursion destination is the Ellegg ski lift in Faistenoy, which is characterized by ideal transport connections to the A7 and its family atmosphere. Plenty of free parking spaces and no waiting times at the lift will put you in a good mood even before you start skiing. Far away from the hustle and bustle of large winter sports centers, the Ellegg ski lift enables leisurely skiing, where the focus is on enjoying nature and having fun rather than on sporting challenges. The small ski area here is particularly suitable for newcomers and families with children.
The 390 meter-long drag lift takes winter sports fans up to the mountain station, where they have a fantastic panoramic view of the snow-covered foothills of the Alps. Afterwards, lots of fun awaits you on the slopes in the middle of an idyllic snowy landscape. A 90 meter-long practice lift is available for absolute beginners and children, allowing them to have their first experience with pulling up. If you would like to be taught how to ski or snowboard by competent ski instructors, you can book a course at the Mittelberg Oy ski school directly in the valley. You can also rent ski equipment on a daily basis. A kiosk with a cozy ski hut invites you to enjoy delicious snacks or hearty snacks in between or after fun on the slopes. To warm yourself up a bit in the cold temperatures, mulled wine is of course on offer here.
A cross-country ski trail runs directly at the parking lot of the Ellegg ski lift, giving cross-country skiers access to the 40 kilometer-long Oy-Mittelberg trail network. The varied trails take cross-country skiers through an idyllic winter landscape that offers lots of beautiful impressions and views. A cleared hiking trail that leads from the Ellegg ski lift into the snowy surroundings also offers this. Fast-paced sleigh rides are great winter fun for young and old. There is a small toboggan run right next to the ski lift. Particularly magical winter experiences await you on a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride, which is offered every Wednesday in Oy-Mittelberg. Cuddled up in warm blankets, you glide through the snow-covered community in the sleigh, while only the gentle snorting of the horses breaks the wintry silence. This is pure winter magic for the whole family and of course also for couples in love!
The horse-drawn sleigh ride starts at the Kurhaus in Oy at 13.30 . If demand is high, a second tour will take place at 14.45 . The spa and tourism office in Oy-Mittelberg accepts registrations. You can also register there for a guided snowshoe hike, which takes place every Thursday in Oy-Mittelberg. You can also expect special winter impressions and lots of fun. There is a lot on offer at the Ellegg ski lift and in Oy-Mittelberg that will allow you to experience the cold season from its beautiful side.
The Ellegg ski lift Faistenoy enables winter sports fans and families with children to have a fun and varied day in a wonderful snowy landscape. Far away from huge and overcrowded winter sports areas, you can whiz through the white splendor on your skis in a cozy atmosphere.
