Hofburg Innsbruck
Summer Imperial palace with state rooms from the era of Maria Theresa
Day trips from Niederau · Summer
Day trip to Innsbruck
The Tyrolean capital with its old town, Golden Roof and mountain railway
Innsbruck is about an hour from Niederau and pairs a medieval old town with mountains that rise right above the streets. In the narrow lanes of the Altstadt stands the Goldenes Dachl, a late-medieval oriel with a gilded roof, close to the imperial Hofburg.
The Nordkettenbahn from the centre takes you to high altitude quickly, with views across the city and the Inn valley. Children often enjoy the Alpine Zoo and the old town most. Parking in the centre is limited and can be expensive; park and ride, or the train from Wörgl, is often more practical.
Place: Innsbruck
- AgeAll ages
- DurationFull day
- CostVaries by sight; check beforehand
- DistanceAbout 50 to 60 min by car
- SeasonAll year
- LocationInnsbruck, Tyrol
Tips
- Take the train or use a park and ride; parking in the centre is tricky.
- Ask about the Innsbruck Card if you want to see several sights; work out yourself whether it pays off.
- Combine the old town with a visit to the Hofburg or the Alpine Zoo.
- Check the weather before taking the mountain railway; in fog the view is limited.
Practical
By car Innsbruck is about 50 to 60 minutes along the A12 (Austrian motorway vignette required). The train from Wörgl Hbf takes a little over half an hour; Wörgl is about 20 minutes from Niederau.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Is Innsbruck better visited by train or car?
The train from Wörgl is often easiest because parking in the centre is limited. By car you can use a park and ride.
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Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.
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