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On the way from north to south, the Innsbruck region is the perfect place to take a break from travelling: get out, breathe in the Alpine air, experience adventure. Before continuing on to gelato, pasta and pizza, a short stay in and around the Tyrolean capital offers more time for exercise and slowing down. In 24, 48 or 72 hours, you can add unique (mountain) experiences to your summer holiday on the Mediterranean.
First stop: arriving in the Innsbruck regionIfyou are travelling south in a caravan or motorhome, you will find the perfect pitch for a stopover in the Innsbruck region. The Gerhardhof in Wildermieming, for example, is open all year round and has a playground, swimming pond, yoga platform and barbecue area. The Natterer See holiday paradise with its caravan pitches, mobile homes and flats nestles up against the refreshing bathing lake of the same name. But even without a home on four wheels, travellers will find suitable accommodation: from five-star hotels to private room rentals, everything is on offer.
Second stop: Alpine-urban with the mountain railwayThespecial thing about the Innsbruck region is the symbiosis between city and mountains - and their easy accessibility. Directly from the historic old town, the Nordkettenbahnen lift takes you up to the Seegrube at an altitude of around 2,000 metres. Innsbruck's highest sun terrace offers the best views of the city and the surrounding mountains - such as the Patscherkofel in the south. 60 years ago, the men's Olympic downhill ski race was on the programme there; today, visitors can enjoy panoramic views and culinary delights.
Third stop: Innsbruck's splendid historyInthe magnificent Imperial Palace, you can immerse yourself in Austria's history - its rulers not only settled in Vienna, but also in Innsbruck. After a visit to the Hofburg, the Maria-Theresien-Straße invites you to take a stroll. The St Anne's Column and the Triumphal Gate are witnesses to the past, while the mountain peaks tower above the surrounding baroque buildings. Those interested in history are recommended to take part in a guided walk through the town.
Fourth stop: marvelling at the animals of the AlpsTheAlpine Zoo with its diverse animal world delights young and old alike. Above the rooftops of the provincial capital, it is home to around 2,000 Alpine animals of around 150 species. With a bit of luck, visitors can catch sight of young animals - most are born between April and June. Thanks to breeding programmes and reintroductions by Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, some animal populations have recovered in the wild.
Fifth stop: a dip in the cool waterTocontinue your journey refreshed, you can't miss a dip in the lakes and outdoor swimming pools of the Innsbruck region. The Lanser See, the Natterer See, the Mieminger Badesee or the "Völser Badl" outdoor pool are just some of the places to go for water nymphs. The region's numerous indoor pools and saunas provide soothing relaxation even on cloudy days.
Tip: Guests in the Innsbruck region receive the free Welcome Card for stays of two nights or more at partner businesses. It includes all public transport within the region, discounted admission to numerous swimming lakes and discounts on family offers. The ideal complement to this is the Innsbruck Card purchase card. Available for 24, 48 or 72 hours, it provides Alpine flair to go: 22 museums and sights, one ascent and one descent on selected mountain railways in the region as well as free travel on public transport and the Sightseer hop-on hop-off bus are included in this card.More information, including travel tips and suggestions for exploring the region on the way south, can be found at www.innsbruck.info/next-stop.
About Innsbruck TourismusInnsbruckTourismus is the official destination management organisation of the Innsbruck region, which stretches from the Tyrolean capital to 40 towns and villages in the surrounding area - from the Inntal valley to the Mieminger Plateau via Kühtai to the Sellraintal valley. With almost 3.5 million overnight stays per year (as of 2019), the Innsbruck region is one of the largest tourism institutions in Austria and is a unique symbiosis of vibrant urban space and fascinating Alpine mountains. Diverse city flair and sightseeing are just a breath away from the next cycling or hiking tour, the next skiing or winter hiking experience. The free Welcome Card guest card is the key to the region's boundless diversity: with free use of public transport, numerous highlights can be experienced sustainably and conveniently up and down the mountain. For the 90 or so employees, the guest is at the centre of their thoughts and actions. Through their enthusiasm for the alpine-urban area, they convey to their guests what their own hearts beat for and thus create unforgettable holiday experiences in harmony with people and nature time and time again. With a total of 12 tourism information centres, Innsbruck Tourism is close to its guests, right in the middle of the action and with its finger on the pulse - a hub for authentic stories and personal impressions of local characters, which can be found on the popular blog and social channels under #myinnsbruck.
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