Inn valley
Imst
A town in the Upper Inn Valley with gorge, mountain lifts and carnival tradition
Imst lies at about 827 m in the Upper Inn Valley, on the edge of the Lechtal Alps, with the Muttekopf (2,774 m) as its local mountain. It is a proper town with an old centre and the gateway to a large outdoor area with eight surrounding villages.
The centre has the parish church of Maria Himmelfahrt, with the tallest church tower in Tyrol (84.5 m). The Haus der Fasnacht explores the Imst Schemenlaufen, an old carnival tradition. From the centre the Rosengartenschlucht begins, a gorge with clear water that is free to enter from May to October.
For families the Alpine Coaster at the Imst mountain lifts is a big draw: at around 3.5 km one of the longest in the Alps, and open all year. Imst is a long drive from Niederau, but combines well with a day in the Upper Inn Valley. For the Alpine Coaster, pick a quieter day if you can, as it may be busy in fine weather. Check opening times and any age or height limits with the mountain lifts beforehand.
- Drive from Niederauapprox. 90 min.
- RegionInn valley
- Best forSuits families with children who like a coaster ride and a gorge walk.
What to see and do
- The Rosengartenschlucht is a gorge with clear water, free to enter from May to October.
- The Alpine Coaster is about 3.5 km long and runs all year.
- The parish church has Tyrol's tallest church tower at 84.5 m.
- The Haus der Fasnacht presents the Imst Schemenlaufen tradition.
- The surrounding mountains offer hiking in summer and winter sports at the Imst lifts.
From Niederau
About 1 hour 30 minutes by car from Niederau, via Wörgl and the A12 past Innsbruck towards Imst.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Rosengartenschlucht open?
From May to October, free of charge. Check for closures in bad weather.
Is the Alpine Coaster open in winter?
Yes, it is reported as running all year; ice or snow may cause restrictions, so check beforehand.
Stay in Niederau Partner
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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