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Innsbruck

As the capital city of Tyrol in western Austria, Innsbruck is one of the most magnificent tourist spots in the world. Situated in the broad valley between two mountains, the city is renowned as a winter sports destination for the sports’ lovers. As the synonym of its name implies “Inn Bridge”, it stayed the important dwelling place of people right from the Stone Age. From time immemorial, it has remained witness to innumerable important turns and twists in history and for this, hordes of tourists arrive every year to view its imposing monuments and other places of attraction. Due to its tremendous significance on the world tourism map, visitors take the first flight to Innsbruck without a second thought.

Must Visit Places and Things to do

1.      Tirol Panorama Museum- worth of airfare for Innsbruck

Undoubtedly, a trip to Innsbruck would become incomplete without visiting Tirol Panorama museum.  As an architectural master-piece, it draws hundreds of thousands of tourists from around the world. The museum has richly treasured the memories of battle between Napoleonic troops and Tyrolean rebels in the year 1809. The visitors view the vivid description of wars in its collection.

2.      Europa Bridge- view its imposing structure

The 777 meter long bridge springs surprises in the minds of every visitor as it spans across famous Sill River. It is the main part of the route across the Alps from western Austria to South Tyrol in Italy. The lengthiest bridge serves as a life-long memory even after the guests board flights from Innsbruck.

3.      Hasegg Castle- the real price of flight ticket to Innsbruck

As it is really heart-warming to view this 700 year old castle, visitors from all over the world flock to see this monument, which is now a major trading place for salt mining and center of Tyrolean commerce. Though the purpose behind construction of this building was to extend protection for salt mines, the shipping industry, and the bridge between Inn River and old Roman road, later the castle turned into a major attraction for the tourists.

4.      Armory Innsbruck-  view the imposing armory arsenal

As Macmillan I had spent five years of time (1500-1505) to build up this arsenal for storage of weapons, the large repository of guns springs surprises for one and all. Viewing the vast storehouse is indeed the true worth of airfare for Innsbruck. With the existence of copper mines in Tyrol, the city had a flourishing arms industry. The armory was operating till the year 1918 it was literally abandoned for successive four decades. The place was restored to its original shape in the year 1969 and opened as the Tyrolean State History museum.

5.      Nordkette- unforgettable till the visitors board the flights from Innsbruck

The magnificent range of mountains lies in the northern side of Innsbruck in Austria and this is indeed a treat for the eyes for the visitors from various parts of the world. This is also the largest nature park of Austria, which the visitors could reach directly from Innsbruck within a short span of time.  Nicknamed as the jewel of the Alps, this panoramic mountain at Innsbruck is a paradise for every passionate visitor.

6.      Natterer See- View the wonderful nature

This magnificent lake, located above 830 meters sea level, attracts innumerable tourists from all over the world. With several hiking trails linking this place, the natural sights could become the real worth of tickets to Innsbruck. The excellent quality of the water in the lake literally casts a spell on every visitor inviting them to spend time in the quietude of natural bounties.

7.      Glungezer Ski Resort- true worth of ticket to Innsbruck

This is the ski resort that invites literally everyone- beginners, experts, cruisers, and snowboarders. Although small in size, Glungezer ski resort offers something for everyone.  The destination is a major attraction for people from various walks of life. The immaculate snow covered location has the magnetic attraction for every nature lovers.

8.      Tyrolean Folk art museum- largest collection from traditional and folk items

Considered as one of the best folk art museums of Innsbruck, Tyrolean folk art museum has the widest collection of items, such as old handicrafts, regional and traditional costumes, household belongings, potteries and glass items, and other precious things from culture and tradition.

9.      Innsbruck Cathedral- View the eighteenth century magnificent monument

Innsbruck cathedral is familiar as cathedral of St. James. Numerous visitors arrive at this sacred monument, which is erected in the memories of Apostle St. James.  The mind-bewitching designs by the architect-Johann Jakob Herkomer- keep the hordes of pilgrims engrossed in watching marvels.

10.  Helbling House- Magnificent imposing structure

Although the original structure of the house was erected in 15^th century, newer developments in the architectural designs followed in the next centuries.  The magnificent monument built in Gothic styles and especially the Baroque façade have undying charms for one and all.

Best time to Visit

Period from December to April is the best time to make a trip to Innsbruck. The place gets highest turnouts during this period. The magnificent Alps get covered with snow and during this time, Innsbruck stays the most favorite destination of hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world. As a tourists’ destination, Innsbruck appears picturesquely perfect and hundreds of thousands of people pour in from different parts of the world.

Weather

ü  July remains the hottest month in the year. January is the coldest month in the year with an average temperature of 19 degree centigrade.

ü  June remains the wettest month in the year with approximately 190 mm of rainfall. As Austria is geographically located in a temperate climatic zone, the atmospheric heat largely depends on the altitude of the place as the temperature dips 5 degree centigrade more after climbing the height of every 300 meters.

ü  With a humid continental climate, Innsbruck often gets gales as winter is bitingly cold and snowy.  As a season, summer is really variable and unpredictable. During this, sudden rainfall and rise in atmospheric heat are very common occurrences.