General informationIgls with its 2200 inhabitants is situated in the mountains at an altitude of 900 m, just 5 km away from Innsbruck. As the Olympic Winter Games were held twice here (1964 and 1976), Igls is known as a winter sport resort all over the world. For the sporty visitors, IGLS boasts a rich variety of options to choose from: Ski the immaculately groomed slopes and cross country ski tracks. Take an exhilarating toboggan downhill ride. Rush down the Olympic bobsled run. Go for a spin on the natural ice skating rink. Try your hand at Alpine curling. Play a game of tennis or squash.
And as a cultural center, many folkloric and cultural events take place in Igls and Innsbruck during the winter season.
Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, lies at an altitude of 575 m and has a very nice historical district, as well as a comprehensive cultural programme. Surrounded by the imposing mountain backdrop lies Innsbruck, between the northern range of the Karwendel mountains and the foothills of the Alpine mountain range. It's wonderful to stroll through the lovely streets and narrow lanes here. Sights such as the "Goldene Dachl", a late-gothic bay window laid with 2,657 gilded copper plates, the "Annasäule" column, the Hofburg or a trip to the famous Bergisel jump should not be missed! Ideal and unique for all skiing fans in the cities in alpine regions: public transport easily and conveniently brings you from the inner city to the ski area located only a few kilometres away!
Götzens is a small, romantic resort just 10 km from Innsbruck. The former Olympic ski region from 1964 and 1976 is still an attraction for many guests. It is only 500 m to the Götzens/Mutters ski area, and Axamer Lizum is approx. 10 km away. The village is placed on a sunny terrace and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountain scenery.
For leisure activities the area leaves nothing to desire! Peace and relaxation can be found on a horse-drawn sleigh ride or during winter hiking and torchlight hiking. If you're into action you will enjoy a night out bowling or on the toboggan run. Furthermore, there is a leisure centre in Axams with a great offer of activities. The Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck invites guests to take advantage of its many shopping opportunities.
This village of about 2,000 souls is located right in the heart of the North Tyrolean Alps. 26 quaint little hamlets form the municipality of Leutasch, which is located in the olympic region of Seefeld in a high valley close to the border to Bavaria/Germany. This village is above all popular due to the typical “Lüftlmalerei”, a handicraft method of wall-painting, which originally comes from Bavaria and Tyrol. This type of paintings involve a fresco-technique applied to freshly laid plaster. A wonderful photo motif!
Axams is located in the heart of Tyrol, only 10 km from the city of Innsbruck. The Celtic term “Axams” means “village on an elevation”, which is also illustrated in the emblem of the municipality by a golden mountain.
General information1050 m above sea level
4272 inhabitants
Location: in the mountains, by a skiing area
A panoramic view over the Inn Valley, traditional village charm and nativeness - this is what makes the mountain village Oberperfuss what it is. At an altitude of 812 m, with its local mountain the Rangger Köpfl (1,939 m) and its proximity to Innsbruck, it is a great holiday destination for winter sports fans. If you want to spend your holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the main tourist spots, this is the perfect place with its family-friendly size ski area directly on the doorstep. Oberperfuss may be small with its 3,000 inhabitants, but from a culinary and sporty point of view, it has a lot to offer. A hiking paradise with 184 km of winter hiking trails can be found right there and a 10 km natural toboggan run makes for good fun away from the pistes. In the evenings, holiday makers can enjoy regional specialities made from local produce.
How to get thereBy car: via A 12 Inntalautobahn and then A 13 Brennerautobahn til to the exit Stubaital, direction Mieders (extra duty). Duty-free possibility is to take from Innsbruck Süd B 182 Brenner Bundesstraße til exit Schönberg and then to Mieders. By train: to Innsbruck main station and from there a bus to Mieders. By airplane: the nearest airports are Innsbruck and Munich.
Matrei am Brenner este un oraș mic, situat în partea de sud a Innsbruck, la cca 17 km.
General informationLying 1070 m above sea level with a population of 970, Ellbögen is situated far away from any traffic. Despite this location, many interesting places are within reach: Tyrol's capital Innsbruck (approx. 12 km away); the medieval city of 'Hall', once known for its salt-mining; and Mozart's home-town Salzburg fullfill everyone's expectations, whether your interests lie in shopping, culture, nature or sports. South Tyrol and Bavaria are also close regions to visit, or you may wish to visit the Hinterloch mill, situated on the Hinterloch hiking path, where you can take part in a guided tour or watch a milling show. With its south-facing location and genuine rural character, Ellbögen is an ideal place for relaxation.
The cosy, peaceful mountain village of Kolsassberg is located at an altitude of 906 m and lies nestled between the Karwendel mountain range and the Tux Alps, between the Olympic town of Innsbruck and the lovely Ziller Valley. The tradition-rich village invites you in to rest and relax, but also to partake in extensive winter strolls and ski on superbly prepared pistes. The elevated location of Kolsassberg offers you an imposing panorama of the Inn Valley as well as the surrounding mountain ranges. Also the close proximity to Innsbruck offers a perfect opportunity to go on lovely daytrip.
The market town of Zirl, located only 10 km from Innsbruck, boasts a popular climbing area, the so-called Martinswand. The component localities Zirl, Zirl Bahnhof, Hochzirl, Eigenhofen and Dirschenbach form the municipality of Zirl. Also the popular climbing area Martinswand, the Ehnbachklamm gorge as well as parts of the Nordkette mountain chain belong to the municipal territory. The village was first mentioned in 799 AD. But due to its location at the Roman road Via Claudia Augusta, already in early times Zirl represented an important traffic junction.
At an altitude of 633 m is the idyllic resort surrounded by a unique mountain landscape at the foot of the Nordkette. Thaur is located only 10 km from Innsbruck. The idyllic resort, where tradition is upheld, is not only home to Thaur nativity carvers, but is also known as Tyrol's ''largest vegetable garden.'' Through its cultural programme in particular, the cosy village sets itself apart from the usual winter sports resorts. Still remaining from the trademark of the resort, the castle of Thaur, are only ruins. At the nearby Glugezer, you will find a beautiful ski area with mostly middle-difficult slopes. After a strenuous day on the piste, various restaurants and coffee houses invite you in to relax and unwind.
How to get thereBy car: you take the motorway to exit Innsbruch Ost and from there the local road direction Aldrand or Igls. By train: to Innsbruck and from there you have evvery hour a bus or tram-connection to Lans. By airplane: the nearest airport is Innsbruck.
