Kaiserschmarrn Festival in Ellmau

One of Austria’s most popular pastries

According to tradition, the chef of the Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I failed to make the Palatschinken batter properly and accidentally tore it whilst serving it. The Emperor is said to have replied: “What on earth is this nonsense?” The chef replied with quick wit: “That’s a Kaiserschmarrn!”

And so, in 1854, the Kaiserschmarrn found its way into Austrian cuisine and has been one of the most popular desserts in our country ever since.

In honour of this delicacy, the innkeepers of Ellmau organise an annual festival featuring numerous ‘Kaiserschmarrn specialities’, accompanied by lively Tyrolean folk music.

Whether served in the traditional style or as an accompaniment to a main course, a wide variety of Schmarrn variations are on offer at the “Kaiserschmarrn Festival”.

Zwei Kinder sitzen an einem Holztisch im Freien und essen gemeinsam ein Gericht, das wie Kaiserschmarrn aussieht. Sie wirken fröhlich und entspannt.

Menschen stehen an einem rustikalen Marktstand aus Holz, dekoriert mit hängenden Kräutern, während traditionell gekleidete Verkäuferinnen Speisen servieren.

Nahaufnahme von Händen, die ein Gericht in einer Pfanne mit einem Spatel zubereiten. Dampf steigt auf, während das Essen gerührt wird.

Ein Koch bereitet in einer Pfanne auf einem Herd ein Gericht zu, vermutlich Crêpes oder Pfannkuchen. Die Szene findet auf einem Markt oder Fest statt.

Key facts at a glance

22 May 2027
Ellmau town centre
Whatever the weather, free entry
Austrian cuisine, live music
A selection of Kaiserschmarrn in many different variations (sweet, savoury, spicy and extravagant)

Programme Overview


from 12.00	Parade by the Ellmau Federal Brass Band & opening of the Kaiserschmarrn Festival
from 12.00	The innkeepers invite you to sample their wide range of Kaiserschmarrn creations, accompanied by Tyrolean folk music
6.00 pm	End of event

Getting here

The Kaiserschmarrn Festival takes place in the centre of Ellmau and is within walking distance of the Ellmau Dorf/Bauhof bus stop, just a few minutes’ walk away.

With the Wilder Kaiser GästeCard, both the KaiserJet and public buses to Ellmau can be used free of charge. Paid parking is available at the Ellmau West, Mitte & Ost car parks.

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Information and bookings for coach groups

Reserved parking spaces for coaches are available at the Kaiserschmarrn Festival.

The daily rate for coach parking is €40.00; spaces are limited and can only be booked in advance.

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Photographic material, press relations and advertising: Ellmau Tourist Board
Organisational enquiries: Christian Platzer, Gasthof Ellmauer Hof or Bettina Modes, Restaurant Bettina

Panoramablick auf eine Tiroler Ortschaft vor einem imposanten Bergmassiv bei klarem Himmel, umgeben von grünen Wiesen und dichten Wäldern.

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The film village against the backdrop of the Wilder Kaiser.