Innsbruck is located in a picturesque part of the country, on the banks of the Inn River, surrounded by the majestic Alps. Innsbruck is best known for hosting the Winter Olympics twice in its history. This is not surprising, as it boasts excellent infrastructure, allowing skiers, speed skaters, and other winter sports to compete. So, what else is there to see in this city?

Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl)
This is Innsbruck’s signature landmark. This building with a beautiful façade was the first residence of the Habsburgs from 1400. It now houses a museum about the Habsburg dynasty and the life of Maximilian I.

The roof is decorated with 2,657 gilded copper sheets—hence the name!
Friezes with animal motifs adorn the edge of the roof. The loggia’s railings are decorated with reliefs by Nikolaus Thüring depicting Emperor Maximilian I and his wives, Maria Bianca Sforza and Maria of Burgundy.

Triumphal Arch
The Triumphal Arch is located at the southern end of Maria-Theresia Strasse. It is designed in the style of Roman triumphal arches. It was built by order of Maria Theresa to honor the marriage of her son Leopold to Maria Ludovika.

Swarovski Crystal World
15 km east of Innsbruck, in the town of Wattens, is the Swarovski Crystal World museum. The Swarovski concern was founded about 100 years ago, and its rock crystal creations are renowned worldwide. Inside the museum, you can see the largest and smallest crystals in the world. The museum also has a shop where you can choose a souvenir.

Europabruecke
South of Innsbruck lies the Wiptal Valley. The “Europa Bridge” (length: 777 m, height: 192 m), Europe’s tallest bridge, is built over the Wiptal Valley and the Sihl River.

Ambras Castle
The castle, built in the 14th and 15th centuries, was considered a wonder of the Austrian Renaissance. Visitors to the castle are treated to a collection of weapons, the Spanish Hall, a portrait gallery, and the castle park.

The Alpine landscape of Tyrol is adorned with many beautiful lakes, the largest of which, Lake Achensee, is located between the Karwendel and Rofan mountains.