
Innsbruck.
Tyrol's capital, framed by the Nordkette peaks

Innsbruck sits in the Inn valley, with the limestone wall of the Nordkette rising directly behind the old town. As the capital of Tyrol, the city carries a long Habsburg history, visible in the Golden Roof that marks the centre of the Altstadt and the nearby Hofburg palace. Narrow streets lined with pastel façades open onto the squares of the old town.
The mountains are never far. Cable cars climb from the city edge into the Nordkette range, and trails continue from where the lifts stop.
Tyrolean cooking is part of daily life here, from dumpling soups to mountain cheeses served in traditional guesthouses.
Things to do.
- 01Explore the historic Altstadt (Old Town) with its colorful buildings
- 02Visit the iconic Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl)
- 03Take a ride on the Nordkette cable car for panoramic views
- 04Discover Tyrolean cuisine in local restaurants
- 05Enjoy hiking trails in the surrounding mountains
- 06Visit the Imperial Palace (Hofburg) and its gardens
- 07Experience local markets and festivals
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