Innsbruck: Capital of Tyrol in Austria
Culture meets nature in Innsbruck
Innsbruck is the fifth largest city in Austria and has plenty to offer for holiday makers from around the globe. Cultural highlights, embedded into an un-matched natural landscape and numerous possibilities for shopping will excite Innsbruck visitors again and again.
Embark on a journey through the ages of architecture: Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance and Post Modern Architecture characterise the city of Innsbruck. The historically grown cultural centre looks back on 800 years of history and is home to numerous treasures of art in the museums and historic buildings of Innsbruck. During a walk through the Innsbruck old town you will see the famous “Golden Roof” the town monument of Innsbruck. It was built by Emperor Maximilian for his wedding with Bianca Maria Sforza of Milan. The bow front was turned into the ultimate sight of Innsbruck with 2.657 fire-gold plated copper shingles.
Innsbruck: Treasure Chamber of the Alps
Austrian emperors and Tyrolean Archdukes have left their traces in the provinces capital: the glorious imperial gardens with its impressive palm garden, the imperial palace, the Triumph arch, which was erected by Maria Theresa 1774 for the wedding of her son Leopold with the Spanish princess Ludovica and the Imperial church are some of the many historic sights of Innsbruck. Travel back in time and roam through the city’s narrow streets with the night watch. A truly special city tour, where you will get rare insights into the past of the city, a night watchman will tell you about the history and secrets of the old Innsbruck.
Innsbruck is an ideal destination for sightseeing during your holidays in Mariastein. Your hosts at Mariasteiner Hof will gladly offer more tips and advice for your city tours and are looking forward to welcoming you to Hotel Mariasteiner Hof. Send your non-binding online enquiry to Hotel Mariasteiner Hof now and look forward to exciting trips to Innsbruck.
