Unbelievable but true: curiosities in Tirol
There are phenomena, buildings and customs in Tirol which might seem strange at first sight – but they exist.
6 min. Reading timeThere are phenomena, buildings and customs in Tirol which might seem strange at first sight – but they exist.
6 min. Reading timeTake a walk around the Alpine Zoo at Innsbruck while scouting animals that roam large-acreage, natural habitats. With its distinctive hillside setting above town, the zoo is a must-see for animal and plant lovers. You can even discover endangered species that were protected by the Alpine Zoo’s conservation programs. Meet some of the mountain animals…
5 min. Reading timeA conversation with Elisabeth Sötz, biologist and expert on alpine rivers at WWF Austria, about why the water that flows along the Inn river is so clean.
3 min. Reading timeFor winter-loving sun worshippers, the best time to visit Tirol is arguably March, the month of fresh, lively, new beginnings. The year’s second season marks the end of the coldest days and sparks a feeling of renewal. Summer is on the horizon—but ski turns on corn, slush, or powder are yet to be indulged.
4 min. Reading time“Will you marry me?” is a question you don’t ask just any time, any place. The mood, the setting and the atmosphere have to be just right for such a big moment. We have put together a few ideas about how and where to pop the question right here in Tirol.
6 min. Reading timeA few minutes by road east of Tirol’s capital Innsbruck is what many assert to be the most beautiful town in Tirol—ancient Hall, origin of the Dollar and where kestrels fly in and out of Hasegg Castle. And with a wonderfully preserved historic center actually larger than that of Innsbruck.
9 min. Reading timeHaving only lived in Innsbruck for a few months, Lea shares her tips for first-time visitors to the city: Why in the world move to Innsbruck? My desire to travel was ignited aged 15 when I went on a student exchange to New Zealand. Since then I’ve travelled extensively, seen a huge amount and have…
5 min. Reading timeDies ist natürlich als langjähriger Innsbruck Bewohner und Liebhaber dieser Stadt eine ganz persönliche Auswahl “meiner” Favoriten. Als Ergänzung habe ich noch einen anderen Artikel zu den individuellsten Geschäften in der Altstadt geschrieben. Aber jetzt zu den herausragendsten Sehenswürdigkeiten die mich auch nach vielen Jahren in dieser Stadt begeistern.
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