Skiing Locations // Innsbruck

Innsbruck

Probably the biggest ski resort in the world, also being the centre of culture and capital of Tyrol.

Nestled in the heart the Tyrolean Alps, deep in the ‘Inn’ valley surrounded by mountains peaks, it truly is breathtaking. It can be reached easily by air, having direct flights from London, Amsterdam and Paris, by road, via the A13 Brenner Autopass from Italy or from Munich via A12 (approx 180km/1h30min). Alternatively from Salzburg for Zurich (both approx 200km/2hours). Rail service and shuttle bus service also provided from all major airports.

The town and surrounding areas.

Innsbruck twice hosted the Olympic Winter games. . It is a centralised hub site linked with over 9 high-class ski-resorts to give over 700 km of runs to choose from, with St.Anton and Kitzbuehl in its doorstep. It caters for all standards of skiers and disciplines, the Mecca of free riders, skiers, snowboards and deep powder snow riders.

The 800 year old town is a cultural centre, and as a city of numerous art treasures and many historic structures. Innsbruck rich history is interwoven with that of the Habsburgs, whose wealth and sense of beauty left their mark, take the ‘Golden Roof’, the ‘black men’ bronze statues at the Court Church and Ambras Castle.

Innsbruck offers the better of two distinct experiences. It is an attractive and lively city offering the chance to experience traditional Tyrolean culture, while being a gateway to some of the best Alpine ski resorts, ideal for skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer. Innsbruck brings together a perfect combination of sport, health and culture. It’s the best of both worlds, if you want to stroll around the quaint alleys and streets to take in atmosphere of this magical town, with a unique blend of sophistication, charm and Alpine exhilaration, or hit the bars and club’s which are open till 6am,the choice is yours.

Innsbruck is renowned for its variety of shops, cafes, bars and nightlife. You will always find something to do. It has major shopping’s centres with designer shops to petit souvenir shops in the old city. There numerous amounts of café’s, where you can chill out have a coffee, and taste some the most amazing varieties of local cakes and tarts, most famously the ‘sacher’ cake, a rich chocolate cake, delicious!! Innsbruck comes alive at night with a large selection of local bars, Irish pubs, discos, nightclubs and lap-dancing bars if desired.

Nestling amid beautiful landscapes between 590m and 2020m above sea level, there are 25 holiday villages offering also an inviting mix of outdoor activities, culture, rest and relaxation for a perfect romantic break away. All in close range of the ski slopes, most of them having there very own ski area which would be also be ideal for families who want the ski slope right on their doorstep.