Innsbruck in Winter
The Alpine city
The Old Town of Innsbruck exudes a unique charm with its medieval alleys and buildings – enhanced by atmospheric lighting and the scent of mulled wine and roasted almonds wafting from the Christmas markets.
Innsbruck is a place where history comes alive – like the Golden Roof, its 2,657 gilded copper tiles shining above Herzog-Friedrich-Strasse. The city also hosts major winter events such as the Hahnenkamm Race and the Four Hills Tournament, attracting fans worldwide each year.
Art and culture are equally present: Ambras Castle, with its coffered ceilings and works by Rubens and Velázquez, offers tranquillity amid the winter landscape. The baroque splendour of the Hofburg, surrounded by modern life, makes the capital of Tirol a place where past and present blend together in a magical way.
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Public transportation such as IVB buses and trams take visitors comfortably through the city. Numerous lines also serve the sights.
An inexpensive and flexible alternative is the City bike system which is available at many stations. The city is easy to explore on well-developed 90-kilometre cycle paths.
Discover Innsbruck
Free entry to 22 museums and attractions, one included ascent and descent on selected cable cars in the region, as well as free travel on public transport and the Sightseer hop-on hop-off bus – all this and more is available with the Innsbruck Card. Valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours, this purchase card gives you the freedom to explore the highlights of Innsbruck.