Alpenzoo Innsbruck
Summer Theme zoo devoted solely to Alpine animals, above Innsbruck
Inn valley
Innsbruck
The Tyrolean capital with the Golden Roof, old town and a cable car up the Nordkette
Innsbruck is the capital of Tyrol, set in the Inn Valley and ringed by mountains. The city blends a historic old town with modern architecture, and the mountains begin right at the edge of the centre. For families it is one of the few places where a city day and a mountain trip fit into a single outing.
The best-known landmark is the Goldene Dachl in the old town, an oriel built for Emperor Maximilian I with 2,657 gilded copper shingles. There are also the Hofburg, the Hofkirche and the Bergisel ski jump, rebuilt in 2002 to a design by Zaha Hadid. The Nordkettenbahn takes you in three stages from the city up to Hafelekar at 2,256 m. The Alpenzoo, at around 750 m, focuses on animals of the Alps.
From Niederau, Innsbruck is a full day trip. Allow plenty of time for the drive and parking. In Advent there are several Christmas markets, including one in the old town. Check opening times and prices beforehand.
- Drive from Niederauapprox. 60 min.
- RegionInn valley
- Best forSuits culture, a city day, shopping and mountains in one.
What to see and do
- Old town with the Goldene Dachl and the narrow streets around it.
- Nordkettenbahn: in three stages from the city up to Hafelekar (2,256 m) for views.
- Alpenzoo: a zoo of Alpine animals at about 750 m, fun for children.
- Bergisel ski jump, rebuilt to a Zaha Hadid design, with views over the city.
- Winter: Christmas markets in the city, including the Christkindlmarkt in the old town (check dates beforehand).
From Niederau
About 60 minutes by car from Niederau, via Wörgl and the A12 towards Innsbruck; parking in a car park is easiest.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Things to do in and around here
Nordkette cable cars, Innsbruck
Summer From central Innsbruck to over 2,200 m in a short ride
Patscherkofelbahn, Igls
Summer By gondola from Igls up the Olympic mountain above Innsbruck
Tyrolean Folk Art Museum, Innsbruck
Summer Masks, costumes and folk crafts in a former monastery beside the Hofkirche
Innsbruck old town and Hofburg
Summer A city day out with the Golden Roof, the Hofburg and the Nordkette
Innsbruck Festival of Early Music
Summer Baroque music on period instruments in historic venues
Ambras Castle, Innsbruck
Summer Renaissance castle with a cabinet of curiosities above Innsbruck
Tirol Panorama, Innsbruck
Summer Giant circular painting of the Battle of Bergisel and the Kaiserjäger museum
Day trip to Innsbruck
Summer The Tyrolean capital with its old town, Golden Roof and mountain railway
Hofburg Innsbruck
Summer Imperial palace with state rooms from the era of Maria Theresa
Olympic bob run Igls
Winter Ride as a passenger in a guest bob on the Winter Games track
Patscherkofel cable car, Igls
Summer By cable car from Igls up Innsbruck's local mountain
Patscherkofel Alpine Garden
Summer University botanical alpine garden above Innsbruck-Igls
Frequently asked questions
What is the Goldene Dachl?
An oriel in Innsbruck's old town, built for Emperor Maximilian I, with 2,657 gilded copper shingles; the city's best-known landmark.
Is Innsbruck doable as a day trip from Niederau?
Yes, the drive takes about 60 minutes each way.
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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