City Guide to Innsbruck for the Rail Traveller
Country: Austria
Capital: Vienna
Language: German
Currency: Euro
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Situated at the heart of the Tyroler Mountains, Innsbruck sits at an important junction between Germany and Italy and over the centuries it has been fought over by these two countries but in fact retained its ties with Austria and own distinct character. Situated at the heart of the Tyrol province it became the region’s capital in 1187 and remains so to this day. A compact city Innsbruck offers the best of two worlds namely being the gateway to some of the best Alpine ski resorts making it highly popular during the winter as well as offering a wealth of activities to enjoy during the summer months. In fact outdoor types are spoilt for choice with skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, mountain biking, hiking, horse riding, hot air ballooning as well as much more all catered for. Lastly, the picturesque town centre contains many medieval monuments and buildings as well as a surprising choice of restaurants and bars set against a breathtaking mountain backdrop.
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