NiederauWildschönau · Tyrol

Inn valley

Telfs

A market town on the Inn, below the Hohe Munde

Telfs lies in a wide basin of the Inn Valley, about 27 km west of Innsbruck, at the foot of the 2,662 m Hohe Munde. It is one of Tyrol's larger municipalities and has a lively character that is not purely tourist-driven.

In the centre, the richly decorated houses around the town hall stand out. Since 1981 the Tiroler Volksschauspiele have been held here in summer, and every five years the Schleicherlaufen, a carnival procession with around 500 participants in elaborate costumes, draws crowds. On the terrace above the town, in Mösern, hangs the Friedensglocke (peace bell).

Telfs belongs to the Seefeld region and is close to Stams Abbey. For families it suits a day of culture, a walk and a café stop, and it is a good base for a trip towards Seefeld. The centre is easy to explore on foot, with plenty of cafés and shops. Ask the tourist office about current events, as festival dates differ from year to year.

  • Drive from Niederauapprox. 70 min.
  • RegionInn valley
  • Best forSuits culture and a day out towards Seefeld and Stams.

What to see and do

  • The richly decorated houses around the town hall make a stroll through the centre worthwhile.
  • The Tiroler Volksschauspiele have been held in July and August since 1981.
  • The Schleicherlaufen is a carnival procession held every five years.
  • The Friedensglocke in Mösern offers views over the Inn Valley.
  • The Hohe Munde (2,662 m) dominates the landscape and offers hiking for experienced walkers.

From Niederau

About 1 hour 10 minutes by car from Niederau, via Wörgl and the A12 past Innsbruck, exit Telfs.

Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.

Things to do in and around here

Frequently asked questions

When is the Schleicherlaufen?

It is held every five years in carnival season; the last one was in 2025. Check the current date beforehand.

How far is Telfs from Seefeld?

Telfs is part of the Seefeld region, with the villages of Mösern and Buchen; Seefeld itself lies higher on the plateau.

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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