For those with alpine destinations written on their itinerary, Innsbruck is one of the places that should not be missed. As the fifth largest city of Austria, with a little over 100,000
inhabitants, Innsbruck provides exciting adventures. Those who bear Eurail passes will have a wonderful time as they travel towards one of Austria's magical cities.
History Of Innsbruck
In 15BC, the Romans used Innsbruck as a passage road for their soldiers. But the city developed when the Bavarians migrated and settled on the area during 6AD. By 1180, the Counts of Andechs were given power by the German emperor to rule over the city. The
Inn River became the center of life for the city that has developed. A bridge was built to move goods from the southern area to the northern area of the Alps. This was when the name "Innsprucke" was coined, which means "bridge over the Inn River". In 1248, Count Albert III reigned over the Tyrol region where Innsbruck became its capital in 1429. By the 15th century, Maximilian I turned Innsbruck into a progressive city. When Napoleon took control of Austria, the Tyrol region was ceded to Bavaria. Innsbruck was under Bavarian rule until it was handed back to Austria in 1814.
Things To Do In Innsbruck
Depending on one's interest, Innsbruck can offer a magnificent experience for travelers. Attractions in Innsbruck range from historic and religious sites, to museums, to parks. To get a good view of the city, every traveler should take a hitch on the Hungerburg tram. While at it, check the hiking trails of Alpenpark Karwendel and Klettersteig Innsbruck. There is also the Alpenzoo for those who want to meet the animals of the Alps. For a wild
adventure, visit the Bergisel Ski Jump and Alpengarten Patscherkofel. Museum lovers will have a great time at Schloss Ambras, Tyrolean Folk Art Museum and Glockengiesserei Grassmayr. Alstadt von Innsbruck, Cathedral of St. James, the Golden Roof and
the Medieval Maria Theresiastrasse are some of the historic and religious sites. For those discerning gamblers, Casino Innsbruck is the place to be after a dinner at Fischerhausel Bar and a theater viewing a performance at Tiroler Landestheater.
How To Get To Innsbruck
The Innsbruck Kranebitten Airport is the city's air travel gateway. Flights from major cities across Europe are scheduled to the airport. Innsbruck is just 30 minutes away from the Italian border and 45 minutes away from German border, so it is easy to travel to the city from these countries by car. For Eurail pass holders you will be pleased to note that Innsbruck is well connected to destinations in Austria and your journey will take you through some of the most magnificent views of Austria and the Alps.
Tiroler Landestheater.
Maria Theresa Strasse
the Golden Roof
Cathedral of St. James
Tyrolean Folk Art Museum
Alpengarten Patscherkofel
the Alpen Zoo
Klettersteig Innsbruck
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