Innsbruck

Ask me which city in Austria you should visit first, and I will answer: “Of course, Innsbruck!”. "Why not Vienna?" - you ask. I'll explain now.

Innsbruck, best known for its ski resorts, is so rich in cultural and natural attractions that it seems as if it has incorporated all of Austria. This city looks like a brilliant showcase of an expensive Austrian boutique or an elegant lady of mature age, who over the years has not only lost her grace, but even got prettier. In her past, ups and downs. In its present - the pacifying nature of the Alpine mountains and memories of vibrantly lived youth.

The former residence of the Habsburgs, the center of the state of Tyrol, the mecca of skiing, the venue of the Olympic Games - all this is Innsbruck. In this city you can not only go in for winter sports, but also try Austrian delicacies, admire the splendor of ancient architecture and improve health. In general, Innsbruck can offer you everything you expect from Austria and even more.

A short video about Innsbruck

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How to get there

Innsbruck is surrounded on all sides by mountains about 2000 m high. On the north side the city is supported by the Karwendel massif, from the south-west - the Stubai Alps, and from the south-east - the Tuk Alps. However, transport links with other cities are very well developed here. You can get to the capital of Tyrol not only by plane, but also by car, train or bus.

By plane

From Moscow to Innsbruck can be reached by direct flights of S7 and Austrian Airlines. With early booking, two-way tickets can be bought for approximately 10-11 thousand rubles. For late bookings for this amount, you will only buy a one-way ticket. The journey will take about three and a half hours.

If you didn’t have time to grab a ticket from the two above-mentioned companies, you will have to fly with a transfer. The most convenient option is to fly to Vienna, and from there to Innsbruck. With some luck, you can manage for about five hours.

Another option is a charter! In winter, crowds of lovers of ski holidays fly to Innsbruck, and travel companies organize special flights for them.

Whatever method you choose, start looking for tickets in advance. Compare prices for flights and choose something suitable for yourself, for example, here.

From Innsbruck Airport (Kranebbiten) there is a shuttle bus F every 15 minutes, which takes you to the central station in just 10 minutes. Tickets cost 1, 80 EUR. If you do not recognize public transportation, take a taxi. In this case, you will pay about 15 EUR for the trip.

By train

To get to Innsbruck by rail, take the Moscow-Nice train number 17/18, which departs from the Belorussky railway station, located in the north of the capital. The train leaves on Thursdays at 10:18 a.m. and arrives at the main station of the city. The exact travel time is 37 hours. Tickets can be purchased on the Russian Railways website.

By bus

There is no direct bus service between Russia and Innsbruck. But if you travel to the capital of Tyrol from Europe, you will come to the aid of the international carrier Flixbus, flying between Innsbourg and some other European cities. Here is a list of them.

So, you can get to Innsbruck, for example, from Garmisch-Partenkirchen - the main ski resort in Germany, which is only 34 kilometers away (a ticket will cost 5-7 EUR one way). Or from Munich, where regular S7 flights fly from Moscow. In this case, the trip will be more expensive - from 8 to 15 EUR one way, depending on the time of day.

By car

Innsbruck is located approximately 2500 kilometers from Moscow. So the journey by car will be long and expensive. You will have to cross Belarus with its bad roads, Poland, and then Germany or the Czech Republic. I advise you to opt for German roads. They are famous for their superior quality and lack of speed limits.

Google maps claim the journey takes 25 hours. In reality, you will travel to Innsbruck at least 3 times longer. By pure travel time, it is necessary to add not only overnight stays, but also stops for rest, waiting times at border crossings and possible traffic jams.

I drove into Innsbruck from Mittenwald - a small resort town in the Bavarian Alps. By the way, if you go to Innsbruck from Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you will leave for the same highway. On the mountain pass 177, I got into a real mess. Going down a steep mountain, I practically did not release the brake pedal, which almost made my car unusable. At the end of the road, smoke fell from under the car.

I had to call in the nearest car service and for a couple of hours give the car to Turkish auto repairmen. By the way, they entered my position and examined the poor thing completely free of charge in the name of Turkish-Russian friendship. I hope you are more experienced drivers and know that when going down the mountain on a mechanic, you need to turn on a low gear and slow down the engine. If you are on the machine, put a gear limit.

In conclusion, I note that you must be very careful on the mountain roads of Austria and Germany. The same pass 177 is a busy road that hundreds of cars cross every day. Riding here is extremely difficult. In winter, it is better to use chains on wheels.

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When is the season. When is the best time to go?

Most tourists travel to Innsbruck in winter to enjoy skiing down the snowy mountains. But, in my opinion, Innsbruck retains its solemnity and grandeur at any time of the year.

Innsbruck in the summer

Innsbruck in the summer is a smart, vibrant city whose cleaned streets shine in the sun. You are waiting for emerald alpine meadows, blue sky and bright sun. But, note that the thermometer is unlikely to rise above + 20 ° C. Still, you are in the mountains!

Innsbruck in the fall

Arriving in Innsbruck in the fall, you will not meet the crowds of tourists and you can safely enjoy the ancient architecture and nature. For the inhabitants of Innsbruck, autumn is such a "shift". Everyone is preparing for the winter season and is expecting new guests. Average temperature: +10 ° C

Innsbruck in the spring

In the first half of spring, life is still in full swing in Innsbruck, because the ski slopes continue to work. And only after their closure in the second half of April, the city finally gets a long-awaited respite after the influx of tourists. The average temperature in the city is also +10 ° C.

Innsbruck in winter

In winter, people go skiing in Innsbruck. This is the hottest season in town. All museums, cafes, restaurants are open, and the main street does not empty either day or night.

Weather in winter is quite changeable here, like everywhere in the mountains. It may rain and snow. In good weather, snow-capped peaks are visible from anywhere in the city, and in bad clouds they float directly onto the streets. Average temperature: −2 ° C

Innsbruck - monthly weather

hint: Innsbruck - weather for the months January −3.5 February −2.3 March ± plus 1.1 April ± plus 4.6 May ± 9.5 June ± 12.2 July ± 14.3 August ± 13.9 September ± 10.6 October ± 6.2 November + 0.6 December −2.6

Areas. Where is better to live

Administratively, the city of Innsbruck is divided into nine districts. Among them there are no frankly dysfunctional. So tourists can safely walk everywhere.

The main attractions are located in the Old Town (Altstadt). This is the Golden Roof, Arc de Triomphe, Maria Theresa Street, Court Garden. Here is the Golden Eagle (Goldener adler) - the oldest restaurant and hotel in the city, where Mozart, Goethe and Paganini stayed (a sign on the house will notify you about this). At the same time, the price of a single room here starts from 91 EUR, which, in my opinion, is not enough for such a place. Luxury double room (35 m²) costs 190-250 EUR per day.

Another famous hotel of the city is a five-star Grand hotel europawhich you will find directly opposite the train station. This is a respectable old-fashioned hotel whose baroque interiors amaze with their splendor. It was built in the second half of the XIX century. A suite here costs from 220 EUR per day. It is in this hotel that most celebrities arriving in the city stay.

The Golden Eagle and Grand Hotel Europa are far from the only hotels in Altstadt. A quick glance at the map below is enough for you to understand that almost all the hotels in the city fit in its center. Here you will find even a couple of inexpensive hostels - for example Marmota hostel. Book your favorite room at Bucking, and compare prices and choose the most profitable option here.

Fans of home furnishings can take a closer look at rented housing: look for an apartment in the city or a house in the mountains. The average cost of a small apartment of 30 meters is 50-70 EUR per day. A house for a company of six people (Ferienhütte or Ferienhaus in German) will cost about 1000 EUR per week of stay. You can find a good and suitable money offer, for example, here.

The map below shows the Altstadt area as well as the main station.

What are the prices for vacation

Innsbruck prices are high. A two-hour city tour with a Russian guide will cost you 100-120 EUR. A room in a mediocre hotel costs about 80-100 euros per night. Taxi - 1.70-1.90 EUR / km. A bus or tram ride is 2.30 (2.70 for the driver). Lunch in the cafe - 15-20 euros.

Therefore, I advise you to purchase a card immediately upon arrival Insbruck card. This can be done at Tourist Infromation's office. It will allow you to ride public transport for free, climb the highest ski lift in the city, visit the Swarovski Museum, the Sound Museum, Hofkirche Church and many other interesting places. A card can be bought for one, two or three days. Prices are 33, 41 and 47 EUR, respectively. Read more about this here.

hint: Cost of food, accommodation, transport and other currency: Euro, € US dollar, $ Russian ruble, rub Prices in restaurants and cafes

Eating (lunch / dinner) in a reasonably priced restaurant	714 rub
Lunch / dinner for two, 3 course, middle class restaurant	3929 rub
McMill at McDonald's or similar combo lunch	500 rub

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The main attractions. What to watch

I think you already realize that Innsbruck has something to surprise you with. To fully enjoy the rich architecture of the city and the nature of its surroundings, you will need at least a week. My advice to you: when planning your trip to Innsbruck, plan your trip carefully. Think about how many days you are willing to devote to museums, and how many - walks or outdoor activities. Then you do not have to regret that you missed something important.

Top 5

Golden Roof (Golden Dach)

We are talking about the main attraction of the city, which flaunts on all postcards and covers of guidebooks. Only in reality this is not a roof, but a visor of the balcony, decorated with gilded plates. There are more than 2500 of them. This beauty appeared here in the 16th century under Emperor Maximilian I and cost so much money that the city even got into debt. But the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, whom Maximilian was, did not bother to look at his subjects from the most ordinary balcony.

Today, the building with the Golden Roof houses the Maximilian Museum, which reveals the secrets of his reign. For just 4.80 EUR you can explore the museum and climb onto the balcony. There are also audio guides. Open all year.

Finding the Golden Roof is very simple - it is located in the very center of the city, in the already familiar Altstadt area. The path from the main station on foot will take 5-10 minutes.

Ambras Schloss Castle

It is both a castle and a museum. It was built in the XVI century by the Duke Ferdinand II, who was fond of collecting weapons and art objects. All this is still stored under the painted vaults of the castle and is of great historical value. By the way, Innsbruck was once the center of weaponry in Europe!

In addition, you can see a collection of portraits of the Habsburgs, ancient scientific instruments, musical instruments and knightly armor.

The castle is open every day from 10:00 to 17:00. Not working in November. A portrait gallery and a collection of Gothic sculptures are available from April to October. From December to March, the entrance ticket costs 7 EUR, and from April to October - 10 EUR. Admission is free for children and adolescents under 19 years of age.

There are various ways to get to the castle. If you have already managed to buy a ticket for the Sightseer sightseeing tourist bus, then it is most reasonable to catch any of its stops. In this case, the path to the castle will take no more than half an hour.

If your starting point is the Main Station (Hauptbahnhof), take the Postbus 4134 coach to Landessportcenter and get off at the Schloss Ambras stop. The journey takes 9 minutes. Schedule can be found here. The ticket, which costs EUR 9.70, includes a visit to the museum and a return trip to the main station.

You can also reach the castle by:

• tram number 3 (direction Amras, stop Philippine-Welser-Straße);
• bus line C (direction Luigenstraße, stop Luigenstraße);
• tram number 6 (direction Igls, stop Tummelplatz).

If you are by car, the good news is that parking at the castle is free.

Arc de Triomphe (Triumphforte)

This arch has one interesting feature: the images on one side express joy, and on the other - sadness. The thing is that the construction of the arch was timed to the wedding of Leopold the Second, the son of Maria Theresa, Archduke of Austria. However, during the wedding, her husband passed away and the design of the arch changed a bit.

The arch is located near the historic city center, and it can easily be reached on foot from the main station.

Hofburg Imperial Palace (Hofburg Insbruck)

Hofburg has a very rich history. Built back in the 15th century, it was later rebuilt by Emperor Maximilian (the one who ordered himself the Golden Roof). As a result, the palace became one of the most magnificent European residences of its time in the late Gothic style. The appearance of the palace remained unchanged until the arrival of Maria Theresa in power in the XVIII century. She turned Hofburg into a magnificent Baroque monument.

The palace is open all year from 9:00 to 17:00. Sundays - family day. The child, along with two adults, will be allowed free of charge and will even be given an audio guide. At 14:00 on Sundays, a tour of the palace takes place (3 EUR for adults, 2 EUR for children). On other days, the entrance ticket costs 9 EUR.

Hofburg is located near the Golden Roof, right in the historic center.

City Tower (Stadtturm)

It stands in the center of Innsbruck, directly opposite the Golden Roof. The tower itself is not so remarkable, but it offers a breathtaking view of the colorful roofs of the city and the tops of the Alpine mountains.

The tower is open to visitors from June to September from 10:00 to 20:00, from October to May from 10:00 to 17:00. Entrance costs 3,50 EUR.

Churches and temples. Which are worth a visit

In churches, temples and cathedrals of Innsbruck, you can conduct a separate tour. There are unusually many magnificent structures. Below I will talk about the most impressive.

Hofkirche

Very unusual church. Its facade is unlikely to attract your attention, but you should go inside and you will be surrounded by 28 black two-meter sculptures. Ladies in luxurious dresses, knights in armor. All of them are relatives of the emperor Maximilian the first, already known to you, who loved luxury and greatness. According to the idea of ​​Maximilian Hofhirke was to be the place of his last resting place. To rest was not too boring, the emperor ordered the statues of his relatives to be cast and placed directly in the church. Ironically, the emperor’s desire was never respected: he was buried in Vienna. The Catholic officials felt that it was too insulting to bury the emperor on a par with the altar. However, the sarcophagus was left in place. You can admire it every day from 9:00 to 17:00 (on Sunday and holidays - from 12:30).

Cathedral of St. James (Innsbruck-St. Jakob Dom)

Two copper domes adorning the towers of this cathedral are visible from everywhere. St. James Cathedral is one of the largest and most luxurious baroque cathedrals in Europe. He was badly damaged during World War II, but the Austrians rebuilt the building in the 90s, and today the cathedral is open to everyone. Opening hours: Mon - Thu., Sat, Sun - from 08:00 to 18:30, Fri - from 8:45 to 18:30.

Hospital Church (Spitalskirche)

This church is another example of lush baroque architecture that is unlikely to leave you indifferent.Made in white and pink colors, she resembles a young bride who was dressed up for the most solemn moment in her life. A "hospital" this church was named after the hospital, which used to be in its place.

If after visiting these places you still have the strength and ability to be surprised, also look at the Wilten Basilica (Stift wilten), Jesuit Church (Jesuitenkirche), church of Christ (Christuskirche) with its unusual built-in bell tower, Church of the Adoration (Klosterkirche) or the Church of the Heart of Christ (Herz-jesu-kirche).

Museums Which are worth a visit

I already told you about the museum in Ambras Castle. And here are some more interesting exhibition spaces.

Swarovski Museum (Swarovski Kristallwelten)

This is not so much a museum as a huge interactive space. In the center of Innsbruck it did not fit, so it is located in the vicinity, in the town of Wattens. You can get here by special shuttle bus, which runs five times a day. You can catch it at the main station or at the Congress / Hofburg stop. Roundtrip ticket costs 9.50 EUR. One way ticket - 5 EUR. Children under 15 years old can travel for free. Bus schedule can be found here.

Once in the museum, you find yourself in a strange psychedelic world where everything sparkles and shimmers in the muffled light of skillfully placed spotlights. Visitors roam among all this frenzy as bewitched. Here you can find yourself right inside a huge crystal 5 meters high, see a huge crystal chandelier that just falls off a waterfall from a high ceiling, walk along a corridor of huge crystals that change the light ... But why not! Come, see for yourself.

The exposition ends with a giant store. Near the museum there is a park with green lawns and strange sculptures that will help you gradually return to the real world.

The museum is open every day from 8:30 to 19:30. Entrance ticket costs 19 EUR.

Grassmayr Glokenmuseum

This museum, as well as the workshop attached to it, belongs to the famous Grassmeier family in Austria, who have been casting bells for hundreds of years (since 1599). Here you can not only look closely at various specimens, but also see the process of their creation. The sight is really impressive. Masters in suits and protective masks pour hot copper in special forms, and tourists look at all this from a safe distance.

The museum is open from Mon. on Fri from 9:00 to 17:00 (from May to September it also works on Saturdays). Entrance ticket costs 8 EUR. Organization of excursions in English is possible. Unfortunately, there are no excursions in Russian.

Gallery of Augustine (Galerie Augustin)

Among the many monuments of Baroque and Late Gothic architecture in Innsbruck, a modest museum of Austrian modern art was clambered. Here are exhibited art samples of both the present and the last century. You should visit this place if you want to dilute the impressions of the old churches with something closer to reality.

Opening hours of the museum: Mon - 14:00 -18: 00, Tue-Fri -10: 30 -18: 00, Sat - 11: 00-15: 00.

Alternatively, you can visit the Tyrolean Folk Art Museum (Tiroler Landesmuseum), the Museum of the Olympic Games (dedicated to the two Olympics in 1964 and 1976), the Ferdinadeum Museum (Ferdinandeum) or Sound Museum (Audioversum).

Parks

There are not many parks in Innsbruck. Why does a small city located right in the middle of breathtaking mountain landscapes have an abundance of urban green areas? However, there are still some interesting places for recreation for the townspeople.

Hofgarten

This is Innsbruck's most famous park. Six centuries ago, in its place was a court garden where vegetables for the imperial table were grown. Today it is a beautiful park in the English style, where evenly cut bushes and perfectly round flower beds are combined with the natural landscape. Pay attention to the trees here - they are about 300 years old, and they were planted back in the time of Maria Theresa!

Innsbruck's other park is a park Rapoldi (Rapoldipark) It is far from being as famous as the Hofgarten, and you are unlikely to find mention of it in tourist guides. But here you can also relax after a long day, filled with visits to museums.

Tourist streets

Street of Maria Theresa

The main tourist street of the city. There are many souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants. And the street itself is incredibly picturesque and consists of low houses, different from each other in color and architecture. The main building on Maria Theresa Street is the column of St. Anne, on which, however, stands a statue of the Virgin Mary.

Duke Frederick Street

The same street on which the Golden Roof is located. Of course, here you can also find a lot of cafes and souvenir shops. And on the street of Duke Frederick there is a very famous house - Hellinghouse (Helblinghaus) Honestly, it looks more like a huge jewelry box or a wedding cake. But actually this is another important monument of baroque architecture.

Also pay attention to a funny house with red and white shutters, whose outlines resemble a medieval fortress (Ottoburg) This is a monument of architecture of the XIV century.

What to see in 1 day

If you came to Innsbruck for quite a while, you are unlikely to have enough time to visit all its attractions. But do not be discouraged: in one day, too, you can do a lot. Actually, most tourists visit Innsbruck like a jog. Indeed, for them, the capital of Tyrol is, first of all, a transshipment point on the way to the ski resorts. Here is a short route that you can take for a quick tour of the city.

Let's start from the main station. From it head towards the Old Town. To get started, you will need to go to MuseumStrasse, where the impressive building of the Ferdinarium is located - one of the most interesting ethnographic museums in Tyrol. After inspecting the building (and maybe the museum), continue to move in the same direction. You will soon see the Jesuit Church in front of you. Come inside, admire the baroque interiors and organ. If at this point you are already tired of the glare of luxury, take a look at the Hofgarten, which is very close by. Then return to the historical center to look at the Golden Roof and St. Jacob's Cathedral, as well as walk along Maria Theresa Street. From here you can go to the Inn River to take some beautiful pictures. Then continue on the path of Maria Theresa. In ten to fifteen minutes you will exit to the Arc de Triomphe.

This route will take you about an hour if you do not make long stops. From the Arc de Triomphe you can return to the station (it is very close) or continue to explore the local beauty. If you choose the latter, then move on to the Wilten Basilica (it is also a baroque example). Bergisel Ski Jump and the Bell Museum are nearby.

It will take you about 40 minutes. From Wilten Basilica, you can return back to the train station by buses No. 4140 or No. 4134.

What to see in the surroundings

As soon as you drive a little away from Innsbruck, you will find yourself at the very foot of the two-thousandths. Even if you don’t ski, be sure to visit a couple of Tyrolean mountain towns (e.g. Mayrhofen or Ellmau).
And here are some more interesting places in the vicinity of Innsbruck that I have selected to my taste.

Stams Monastery

Only 40 km. from Innsbruck is the Stams Monastery. It was conceived as the burial place of the Tyrolean princes, however now very hospitable monks live in these baroque interiors, who are engaged in winemaking and grow fruits. Here you can not only get acquainted with their life, but even stay for the night for a very small amount. True, this privilege is available only to men.

Terrence and Inverted House (Haus steht Kopf)

The city of Terfens is very tiny. Only 2,000 people live here. However, many tourists come here from Innsbruck to take unusual photos. The thing is that here is the famous Inverted House. This is an ordinary house, where the opposite is true. It is built with the roof down, and the furniture here is nailed to the ceiling.

Entrance ticket costs 7.50 EUR. The house is open all year from Monday to Sunday. May, June, September, October - from 10:00 to 17:30. July and August - from 9:00 to 19:00. From November to April - from 10.00 to 16.00.

City Mittenwald

It is located in the same 40 km. from the Tyrolean capital, in the same direction as the resort of Seefeld. It is not difficult to get here: the border between Austria and Germany is open. At first glance, this is an ordinary German mountain town. But there is one interesting feature here - ancient frescoes on the walls of houses. The city center is incredibly picturesque. To get around it, you need only half an hour. You can use the remaining time by climbing in a lift to one of the snow-capped peaks of the Karwendel Massif.

Loytas Canyon (Leutasch Klamm)

It is located exactly on the border of Austria and Germany, 40 km. from Isbruk. This is an incredibly beautiful place where a mountain river flows through high cliffs. Special tracks for tourists are laid along the entire route at high altitude, so special equipment is not needed. I even went there with a pram, although by the rules this is not allowed.

Admission is free. The fee is charged only for a small plot (2 EUR - adults, 1 EUR - children). Convenient parking is organized, however, you will have to pay for it separately (about 5 EUR). The canyon is open only in the warm season, because when the tracks freeze, it becomes dangerous to walk there.

hint: Routes to neighboring cities Innsbruck - Nutters 3 km Innsbruck - Mutters 4 km Innsbruck - Innsbruck-Igls 4 km Innsbruck - Aldrans 4 km Innsbruck - Sistrans 5 km

Food. What to try

In Tyrol, they eat meat. Fruits and vegetables on the hillsides do not grow. The local cuisine will appeal to those who love hearty, fatty foods. The most traditional Tyrolean dishes are schnitzel, goulash soup, roast beef with onions ... In general, vegetarians in Innsbruck will have to be tight. People with a weak stomach will also not be sweet. If you see “Gemusesuppe” on the menu, do not rush to rejoice. Most likely, you will be served a rich meat broth in which the simplest vegetables will float. However, after a long tiring day in the mountains, such a dish may not be superfluous.

Recommended Places

One of the most famous restaurants in Innsbruck that can please you with true Tyrolean cuisine is not without modern notes - Ottoburg. It is located in the same historic building on Herzog-Friedrich-Straße 1 and is good for everything: cuisine, location and atmosphere. The prices here, however, are not the most affordable: 20 - 30 EUR for the main course. But where in Austria is cheap, after all!

Budgetary

If you are positive about sausages, smoked meats and salted pork (the local version of bacon), then be sure to check out the place Speckeria, which is located in the heart of Innsbruck at Hofgasse 3. This is not only a butcher shop, but also a snack bar. Here you can take a large plate of meat products for an acceptable amount and eat it right on the spot.

After that you can go for dessert in Strudel-Cafe Kroell. It is just a couple of meters from Speckeria. Here you can eat first-class Austrian strudel. It will cost, on average, cheaper than in a restaurant (approximately 3-3,50 EUR).

The most hungry tourists can go to Tiroler Weinstube on Gumppstrasse 38 to order a huge portion of Tyrol’s junk and fatty meat food for little money.

Mid level

A small and stylish restaurant is suitable for an average wallet die wilderin at Seilergasse 5. Here you can taste Austrian and European cuisine with a modern twist.

A slightly more conservative place - Gasthof weisses rossl at Kiebachgasse 8. This is the most traditional Tyrolean restaurant with very reasonable prices.

Expensive

In a hotel Adlers There is an excellent gourmet restaurant, which is worth a visit not only because of the food. It is located on the twelfth floor of a glass skyscraper and can surprise visitors with a bewitching panorama of the city and mountains.

Another popular and very trendy panoramic restaurant in Innsbruck is Lichtblick. It is located a little lower than Adlers (on the seventh floor of a high-rise building), but the Austrians themselves seem to love him more.

Here are some more expensive and good places with traditional cuisine: Das schindler on Brunecker Strasse 1, Alfred millers schoeneck on Weiherburggasse 6 and Europa stueberl at Suedtiroler Platz 2.

Holidays

The most popular holiday in Innsbruck is, of course, Christmas.

At the Christmas market of the city you will find everything you expect to see: gingerbread, mulled wine, sausages, New Year paraphernalia and souvenirs. But there is also a peculiarity. These are Krampus - terrible monsters with horns and twisted muzzles that grab passers-by by their clothes and generally behave extremely unceremoniously.

If you do not know about their appearance in advance, you can seriously be scared! Take care of children and yourself if you have weak nerves. The Austrians themselves, of course, are accustomed to the appearance of such mummers (which, incidentally, are the companions of St. Nicholas) and consider it an honor if the krampus touches them.

Security. What to watch out for

Innsbruck is safe for tourists both day and night. Pickpockets and other scammers are few. The main danger for visitors to Innsbruck is related to skiing. But in compliance with safety precautions, nothing threatens you here either. If you ride uncertainly, choose simple tracks. If you are a beginner, be sure to hire an instructor.

Things to do

Hafelekarspitze (Hafelekarspitze)

Climb to the top Hafelekar, which is part of the Nordkette mountain range, is a must for any tourist who comes to Innsbruck. Pay attention to the fact that for Insbruck Card holders this will not cost a dime. If you don’t have a card, pay 30 EUR, and the ultramodern lift will take you almost to heaven in just twenty minutes. Having gone upstairs, you can admire a dizzying panorama, dine in a high-mountain restaurant or go to the highest point marked by a cross (it takes another twenty minutes to get there). In summer, Hafelekar can become your starting trekking route along the alpine peaks. In fact, in the summertime you can climb here on foot. But it will take at least two hours, because you will have to climb 2000 meters. In winter, you can go downhill from Hafelekar.

Oetzi Dorf Village

This is a very interesting place 60 km. from Innsbruck. In 1991, a perfectly preserved human body of the Neolithic period was found here. Thanks to the glacier even fur clothes and weapons have been preserved! The find amazed the world so much that the Austrians dedicated Etzi (that was the name of the ancient man) to the whole open-air museum park. Here you can familiarize yourself with the primitive way of life of prehistoric people, see their weapons and hunting accessories, and generally go back to the distant past thanks to skillful animators. If you are traveling to Innsbruck with children, this place is a must-see!

The village is open from May 1 to October 26. An adult ticket costs 7.50 EUR, and a child ticket costs 3.70. Children under six years old are allowed free of charge.

Bergisel (Bergisel)

Bergisel is a mountain and a stadium. The latter was designed by the same architect as the Nordketteban funicular, which takes tourists to Hefelekar. Since 1925, ski jumping competitions have been held here. Ordinary tourists can visit the springboard, admire the city from a height, dine in a restaurant Cafe im turm or visit several museums (in particular, Imperial Hunting Museum or Panorama of the Battle of Bergisel).

Shopping and shops

The main shopping streets of Innsbruck, where you can buy almost any Austrian souvenir, have already been mentioned - these are streets Maria Theresa and Herzegog Friedrich. There are many souvenir shops. Large shopping malls in Innsbruck are also available. it Kaufhaus tirol and Dez.

Grocery stores are Spar, Mpreis, Billa.

Bars Where to go

C bars in Innsbruck is good. After all, so many tourists come here to relax after a tiring day in the mountains! Here are some of the most popular.

• Bar 360 - A wine bar with great city views. Located in the same place as the restaurant Lichtblick. A bottle of red wine will cost you 20-30 EUR here. Open every day except Sunday from 10:00 to 01:00.
• M + M Bar - A cute, cozy bar with a large selection of cocktails.Open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 19:00 to 02:00 - 03:00. On Wednesdays, happy hour with cocktails for 7.50 EUR.
• Cloud 9 - Iglu Bar Innsbruck located right on top of the mountain and is entirely composed of ice! Open on weekdays, Sat and sun from 09:00 to 16:00, and on Friday - from 9:00 to 23:30.

You can listen to live music in Innsbruck in an Irish pub Limerick bill's (Fridays and Saturdays), in the bar Treibhaus (jazz and ethnic melodies are played here), as well as in the town Krahvogel.

Clubs and nightlife

The nightlife in Innsbruck is well developed. It has its own casino, as well as many clubs for every taste - from youth dance venues to pathos. All clubs work both on weekends and on weekdays until 04:00 - 06:00 in the morning.

Innsbruck's most popular night club is Mausefalle on Tschamlerstraße 7. This is a place with a simple, relaxed atmosphere and relatively low prices.

Also worth a look at:

• Utopia tag
• Platt
• Couch

Extreme sports

Innsbruck and downhill skiing are almost synonyms for lovers of extreme winter sports. In the immediate vicinity of the Tyrolean capital are dozens of ski resorts.

Souvenirs. What to bring as a gift

I think you already understood that it is worth carrying jewelry from Innsbruck Swarovski (you can buy in a store in the city center, if you haven’t reached the museum) and lard (take it in that same snack shop) Speckeria).

In addition, tourists in Innsbruck buy:

• austrian china Augarten. It is made from a special type of white clay and is famous for its strength and whiteness. True, it is expensive. The price of one handmade item can reach as much as 7000 EUR.
• lace and traditional Tyrolean clothes - dresses with a neckline and hats with a feather. All this can be useful to you not only for the carnival party, but also for the Oktoberfest in Munich. The price range is very large, it all depends on the quality of the product.

• wine Eiswein. It is made from frozen grapes and therefore has a sweet taste.

Fans of original but useless gifts can take a closer look at glass jars with alpine air inside. Not a bad idea for a souvenir can be a simple snow ball, because they were invented in Austria!

How to get around the city

The center of Innsbruck can be seen on your own - it is small. And if you are going to the outskirts (where, as you already understood, there is also something to see), take a bus or tram. They are served by an Austrian company. IVB and take you to a lot of interesting places. The nearby ski resorts can be reached by shuttle bus or train. They are controlled by the company. VVT.

Taxi. What features exist

There are several dozen taxi services in and around Innsbruck that can take you to the airport, hotel or ski resort. A complete list can be found here. Prices, however, bite: for a trip from the airport to the nearest ski resorts you will give at least 50 EUR. But the city can be reached from the airport for 10 - 15 EUR, because it is very close.

Taxis can be called by phone in advance or caught in the parking lot. They usually accept both credit cards and cash.

Trams

Trams in Innsbruck appeared a long time ago, back in 1889. Today there are three lines. A ticket costs 2.30 - 2.50 EUR, depending on whether you are buying from the driver, or in the machine. The driver is always more expensive. Here are the tram numbers and main stops:

• line 1: Bergisel, Marktplatz, Ing.-Etzel-Str, Mühlauer Brücke
• line 3: Amras, Leipziger Platz, Hauptbahnhof, Anichstr., Klinik, Höttinger Au / West
• line 6: Bergisel, Tantegert, Igls Bahnhof
• STB line: Fulpmes, Telfes, Kreith, Mutters, Natters, Marktplatz, Hauptbahnhof, Anichstr

Buses

Innsbruck runs both city buses and regional buses. There are also night routes (Nightliner) You can buy a ticket for one trip from the driver (the price will be 2.70 EUR). The schedule can again be viewed on the website IVB.

Important information: during the ski season (this year from 12/10/2016 to 04/17/2017) in Innsbruck and the surrounding area special free buses for skiers ride. True, to use them, you will need a special guest card, which you must be issued at the hotel. For example, if you stayed in the ski village of Rum, then on such a bus you can get to the bus station innsbruck, which is located at Hofgarten. Read more about all the routes here.

Vehicle rental

You can rent a car for trips in Innsbruck through well-known sites Europcar, Sixt, and compare prices more convenient here. Rent is possible at the airport. The cheapest car will cost you about 50 EUR per day.

In the center of Innsbruck, all possible conditions are created for motorists. There really are many parking lots for such a small city. Here is their interactive map.

Tips for motorists

It is safe to drive a car in Innsbruck - drivers are disciplined, roads are excellent. Try to drive carefully and park in designated areas. The penalty for improper parking is about 40 EUR.

Right-hand traffic in Innsbruck. Signs are not always duplicated in English, but the Austrian road signage system is not very different from Russian.

Innsbruck: Holidays with children

Innsbruck is well suited for families with children, not only because of the opportunity to freely ride on the ice and play in the snow. Around the city there is a lot of everything that your children will like. You probably already took note циtzi village and "upturned house." In addition, be sure to take a trip to Alpine zoo - the highest mountain zoo in the world, where the flora and fauna of the region are represented. In addition to close communication with animals (enclosures are designed so that visitors can see everyone, and whoever can be touched), you will have an excellent panoramic view of the city.

From November to March, the zoo is open from 9:00 to 17:00, and from April to October - from 9:00 to 18:00. An adult ticket costs 10 EUR, and a child ticket costs 5 EUR.

Ski vacation

Innsbruck is, without exaggeration, a paradise for lovers of skiing. You are waiting for 285 km. descents and 100 km. cross-country skiing trails. To get to the ski track from Innsbruck, you don’t even have to leave somewhere. It’s enough to catch the funicular already familiar to you Nordkettebahn. The first stop will be the station Seegrubethat is at an altitude of 2500 meters. By the way, there is a special kids area Kids Arena. And the zoo, by the way, is here.

Ski passes

Lifts are expensive. A day of skiing in the Austrian resorts will cost you about 25 EUR (excluding ski rental, of course). But there is a way to save. Firstly, in some places, the Innsbruck card will give you a small discount. Secondly, a whole subscription system has been developed in the region, which includes several ski areas at once. You can even buy Olympiaworld ski passgiving access to nine ski areas around the city. For one adult, such a ski pass will cost 132 EUR for two days. All prices can be viewed at the link above.

Also exist:

• A subscription combining the Stubai and Pacherkofel districts (114 EUR for 3 days),
• Subscription to Mutters and Axamer Lizum (123 EUR for 3 days).

Trails

Of course, the Austrian resorts mostly go for difficult routes with an unusual relief. However, around Innsbruck you can find tracks of all levels - from green to black. Here is a list of the main skiing spots:

• In the south of the city there are villages popular with tourists Eagles and Pach. Here they ride from Mount Pacherkofel (Patscherkofel, 2246 m). There are both very light and difficult tracks. As well as a cinema, tennis courts, bars, restaurants ... Everything your heart desires!
• In the city Mutters smaller runs, but they are more complicated. It is worth going here if you have already mastered the basic skills of skiing.
• Only 4 km. from the city you will find the city Axamsgiving access to the ski area Axamer Lizum. Here the tracks are even more difficult - mostly red. This place is very loved by professionals, especially since many of the tracks here were built specifically for the Olympic Games.
• 35 km. from Innsbruck is a glacier Stubai. Here you can ride almost all year round.
• And finally Ranger-Kepfl and Kutai. The latter bears the reputation of the highest mountain skiing region. The tracks here are mostly red.

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