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Innsbruck's Golden Roof.. a must see. Amidst the charming Old Town, a classic Austrian hybrid
of Gothic and Baroque, you will find Innsbruck's
greatest tourist attraction and certainly its most
characteristic landmark: The Golden Roof. Innsbruck’s
Old Town is a small area of sturdy medieval houses, many
attractively painted in pastel colors and supported by
sloping earthquake buttresses. The main thoroughfare of
the Old Town is the broad strip of Herzog-Friedrich-Strasse,
which eventually opens out into a central plaza lined
with arcades. Beyond, a labyrinth of alleyways invites
aimless strolling. The Golden Roof was built by Archduke Friedrich IV in the early 15th century as the residence of the Tirolean sovereigns. The Golden Roof actually is the three-story balcony on the central plaza at the heart of the Old Town. The late Gothic oriels are capped with 2,738 gold-plated copper tiles. It was constructed for Emperor Maximilian I to serve as a royal box where he could sit in luxury and enjoy tournaments in the square below. Completed at the dawn of the 16th century, the Golden Roof was built in honor of Maximilian's second marriage, to Bianca Maria Sforza of Milan (Maximilian was a ruler who expanded his territory through marriage, not conquest). Not wishing to alienate the allies gained by his first marriage, to Maria of Burgundy, he had an image of himself between the two women painted on his balcony. The balustrade on the first floor is adorned with carved coats of arms, representing Austria, Hungary, the double-headed eagle of the Empire, Burgundy and Milan, as well as Tirol and Styria. The mural paintings show two standard-bearers with the flags of the Empire and the Province of Tirol. Since January 2003, the Golden Roof has been housing the „International Alpine Convention’s Office“. The Alpine Convention is a coalition of eight Alpine Countries united by a shared commitment to sustainable development in the European Alps.
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IInnsbruck Austria when it’s warm.
I could also tell you that you can look out of almost any window of almost any hotel and on a clear, sunny day, you can see the great surrounds of imposing and stunning mountains. Once again I fear that too is common knowledge. Then too you probably know that Innsbruck has a whole host of no less than 25 alpine villages surrounding it on upper levels. These villages, destinations in their own right, serve as beautiful and welcoming tourism partners. You knew already? So, what can I tell you?  Well it’s April in the Austrian Tirol and it is
unseasonably warm. In fact the sunshine and warmth
dictate that one ventures out in shirtsleeves, and one
relaxes at the countless sidewalk cafes, and that one
truly enjoys what, I am told, is a real indication of
global warming and we had better beware. Never mind. The
girls look good and there is a definite air of café
society in the old town. Here hordes of sun seekers soak
up the noonday rays, the fairly priced food and drink,
and sit to gawk and be gawked at. Ah Innsbruck in
spring. Who cares if it is unseasonably warm? Billed as
“The Capital of the Alps” Innsbruck purports to offer
anything that you little traveling heart desires.
Culture, shopping, dining, gambling and activities, on
and off the mountains, are all there. Heck there is even
summer skiing on the Glacier in the Stubai Valley, just
an hour away by public bus. Save sunbathing by the
seaside, Innsbruck in Tirol has it all. |
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The mountains around Innsbruck
 Hiking
for young and old! That is our motto. From an easy
going, meandering hike all the way to demanding climbing
routes - the spectacular mountain world of Innsbruck
beck-one everyone to come and take part.Nordpark - Seegrube - Hafelakar The Hunberbrugbahn, one of the last remaining funiculars in Europe, connects the city with the scenically beautiful high plateau of the Hungerburg. Then, with the Nordkettenbahn cableway up to the Nordpark-Seegrube (1905 m.), the departure point for hikes to the Panoramic Climbing Path and serveral other destinations. Trial Track for extreme bikers between Seegrube and Hungerburg, Biker's fun terrain. Magnificent panoramic views out over the Inn Valley and the city of Innsbruck. The final link of the cable-way takes you up to the Hafelekar (2334 m.) with its breath taking alpine panorama to the south: the Zillertal, Stubaital and ötztal Alps. To the north lies the largest nature preserve of the Eastern Alps, the Karwendel. Form the Hafelekar mountain via the Goetheweg path across genitle, open alpine meadows and stands of mountain pine to the mountain refuge Pfeishutte. In winter, this is a paradise for skiers, snowboarders, carvers and firn gliders. Patscherkofel Take the lants. Open from June to September. Informative nature trail around the mountain with 15 stops. Whereas in witner the Patscherkofel Olympic mountain offers a challenge to skiers, in summer it becomes a paradise for mountain bikers. Glungezer - Zirbenweg With the Glungezer chairlift from Tulfes, you can quickly and comfortably reach the mountain promenade called "Zirbenweg", which is a fairly easy, 3-hour, high-altitude hike to the Patscherkofel, perfect for young and old. Splendid views over the Inn valley and the Nordkette mountain range on the opposite side of the valley. A popular alpine skiing and ski touring region in the winter. Mutterer Alm A gently sloping hiking and skiing paradise for the entire family (950 1,800 m.) An ideal point of departure for many picturesque excursions on foot or by mountain bike across idyllic mountain pastures into the Stubai valley. Axamer Lizum - Hoadl - Birgitzköpfl Easily accessible hiking region, just 25 km from Innsbruck. Untouched natural landscape with typical alpien flora and fauna. Marvellous views over the Inn valley and the Kalkkogel peaks. The Olympic Games ski pistes have made Axamer Lizum a popular ski area for young and old. Planned for the beginning of winter link with Skipark Mutters ski area. Stubai Glacier World famous glacier ski area at the far end of the Stubai valley at an altitude of 3,200 m, only 40 km away from Innsbruck. Perfect point of departure for numerous mountain, glacier and ski tours in high alpine terain. Ice climbing tower. Awe-inspiring views out over the summits. In July and August guided glacier hikes (free of charge) along an education glacier trail.t> |
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Innsbruck, al of the province of Tirol is one of that region's, nay one of the whole country's, top tourist draws. The same Innsbruck is also one of Europe's best ski attractions,but, the skiing in Innsbruck is not really in Innsbruck The skiing sold under the Innsbruck label is really the skiing immediately above and around the city.  The villages of Igls, Tulfes, Mutters and Aximer Lizum are connected to the city by a free and frequent ski bus. The ski pass which covers the bus ride also entitles the holder to slide on the more than 100km. of groomed slopes and trails in the above villages. There are, as well, more than 150 prepared cross country trails for those who like to do a bit of gliding and kicking. So Innsbruck then is the perfect base to do some of the best skiing in the Tirol. Naturally you also have the option of staying directly in any one of the village listed here. If, for example, you choose to stay in Igls, just minutes above the city by car,you would find the perfect mountain setting. The town has a small commercial area of it's own, ample hotels, restaurants and the like, and it's own very definite personality. The skiing directly above it is simply a short walk from the village centre, and scenic cable car ride from there. It is a tremendous area for good recreational skiers with beginner's slopes both at the start of the cable car and small areas right on the mountain. This area, the Patscherkofel, is skiable to 2,250 m, and was the site of the downhill race during the Olympic games. The other villages just a little further away from the hub of Innsbruck, also have extensive skiing within their borders and are also ideal spots to enjoy your winter vacation. The beauty of actually staying in Innsbruck however is your ease of transport to the slopes of all four centres. Innsbruck is also truthfully able to boast guaranteed snow. It is, in fact, just about thirty minutes by road to the year round skiing on the Stubai glacier, and not all that much farther to the Hintertux glacier which also has skiing three hundred and sixty five days a year. |
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Nationalpark Glocknerblick 
sources by : http://service.it-wms.com Innsbruck's Golden Roof sources by : http://live.tyrol.at Port Andratx 
sources by : http://www.panoramablick.com |
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Innsbruck and its holiday villages
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Innsbruck's History - Treasures
 Innsbruck is Austria's second most significant museum
city. A total of 18 museums ad numerous sights display
classical,
modern and folk art in a panoply of highly
sophisticated exhibited works.
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Innsbruck
is more than skiing and winter sports. There is history, culture and flair  There is more than one reason for coming to Innsbruck in fact, there's a multitude of them. Twice host town to the WinterOlympics, it is a cultural centre which has taken 800 years to evolve. A town of art treasures, including the famous Golden Roof, the "Black Knights", the Imperial Palace and Ambras Castle. A vivid history interwoven with great names such as Emperor Maximilian I and Maria Theresia. The place where Tyroleans fought for their freedom and for sporting medals, a place for window shopping and mountain conquests. Tyrolean folk evenings, brass bands and baroque operas, lederhosen and dinner jackets. A university town ideal for conventions and shopping sprees. |
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 The city and the river. When you are not skiing in Innsbruck there is plenty to see. Some 800 years separate the completion of the first bridge over the Inn at "Ynsprugg" and the skyline of today's Tyrolean capital. The Habsburgs loved Innsbruck and made the city their royal seat. They were followed by many distinguished artists. Innsbruck's rich cultural heritage, plus the fact that the city, twice the venue for the Winter Olympics, can boast sporting facilities admired by top-class professional competitors and enthusiasts, provide year round appeal for international visitors, a veritable magnet for holidaymakers. |
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The Habsburg and a castle
 The romantic, Renaissance style Ambras Castle. Its world renowned portrait gallery provides an insight into more than 500 years of Austrian and European history.
On display are the works of Titian, Lucas, Cranach the Younger, Van Dyck, Rubens and Arcimboldo.
The 250 paintings, most of which are of great historical and artistic value, reflect the dynasty's approach to marriage and power. In the past, the patronage of art-loving royal families helped to preserve their people's cultural heritage. Today, it is art connoisseurs who keep the traditions going. Innsbruck has been a university town since 1669. Some 800 years separate the completion of the first bridge over the Inn at "Ynsprugg" and the skyline of today's Tyrolean capital. The Habsburgs loved Innsbruck and made the city their royal seat. They were followed by many distinguished artists. Innsbruck's rich cultural heritage, plus the fact that the city, twice the venue for the Winter Olympics, can boast sporting facilities admired by top-class professional competitors and enthusiasts, provide year round appeal for international visitors, a veritable magnet for holidaymakers |
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Museum Year and the Arts Innsbruck museums at a glance: The Kaiserliche Hofburg (Imperial Court Palace), the Museum of Tyrolean Folk Art, the Hofkirche (Court Church), the Stadtturm (City Tower), Maximilianeum.
The Golden Roof, the Giant Panoramic Painting, Ambras Castle, the Armoury Museum, the Alpine Zoo, Swarovski Crystal Worlds, the Museum of the Alpine Association, the Bell Museum, the Railway Museum, the Bergisel-Kaiserjaeger Museum, Innsbruck City Archives, Kaiserschuetzen Museum (Imperial Military Museum), Museum of Classical Archaeology, Anatomical Museum. For Emperor Maximilian and Empress Maria Theresia, Innsbruck was the most beautiful town in the German speaking world. |
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Nature - Sport You will have plenty of opportunities to make nature, the mountains and the breathtaking scenery the backdrop for your sporting activities. Head for the mountain tops along undemanding paths or take the direct route to the summit - anything is possible.
Remember the Alps are on your doorstep. They can offer a wealth of sports: walking, mountain-climbing, paragliding, mountain biking. You may prefer to take your exercise on the golf course or on the tennis court. What could be a more spectacular setting than the mountains of the Alps? |
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winter sport paradise
 The Winter Olympics of 1964 and 1976 have left their mark on the city. You can see it for yourself: everyone here loves sport. And where people take their sport so seriously, it is hardly surprising that the city can offer such a wide choice: from Alpine skiing, cross-country and snowboarding to ice-sports, tobogganing, skeleton and bobsleigh rides.There are just so many opportunities for skiers in Innsbruck. You can choose from seven different areas, including the Stubai Glacier. At altitudes ranging from 900m to 3200m, you can be sure of sun, powder snow and firm snow from early winter until well into the spring. Whether you come to watch the highlights of the winter sports season or you want to enjoy the skiing yourself, everything is possible in Innsbruck. |
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Snowboard fun parks / Walking
 SnowboardWhether you are a beginner or an expert, there's something for everyone in the Olympia Ski World Innsbruck. From the Skyline Funpark Nordpark-Seegrube and Axamer Lizum to the Boarder's Paradise on the Stubai Glacier or in Schlick 2000 - snowboarders will have endless fun displaying their skills on ramps, half pipes, quarter pipes, straight jumps, obstacles, spines, table tops and snowboard race courses. A snowboarding scene that offer you
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Innsbruck summer fun
 As an Olympic city, we have a reputation to maintain! Nowhere else in the world will you find such a comprehensive mountain hiking programme. Lots of extras, and what's more, free of charge. If you want to maintain your hand-eye co-ordination |
