Where is Innsbruck located?

View of the Golden Roof in Innsbruck in summer

Innsbruck is located in the west of Austria and is the capital of Tyrol. The city is located in the Inn Valley, nestled between the imposing peaks of the Nordkette and Patscherkofel mountains. This location makes Innsbruck unique: the proximity to the mountains allows skiing, hiking and mountain biking almost on the doorstep. At the same time, Innsbruck is a lively cultural city with a historic old town, baroque buildings and modern architecture. This charming mix of nature and city life attracts guests all year round.

What's going on in Innsbruck?

Picturesque view of Innsbruck, with the Bergisel ski jump in the background

The lively student city of Innsbruck combines modernity and history in a unique way and offers a successful mix of nature, culture, tradition and an unmistakable attitude to life. The 800-year-old old town alone is worth a visit and attracts many thousands of visitors from all over the world every year with its famous landmark, the Golden Roof. Another highlight from the magnificent imperial era around Empress Maria Theresa and Emperor Maximilian is the Triumphal Gate and the imperial Hofburg with the Hofkirche.
Innsbruck hosted the Winter Olympics in 1964 and 1972, and ski jumping fans still flock to the Bergisel ski jump every year when the Four Hills Tournament makes a stop in the Alpine capital. The ski jump is not only a highlight in winter: the architectural masterpiece by architect Zara Hadid offers a breathtaking view over the city. Curious? With the webcam in Innsbruck, you can also take a look at the Bergisel ski jump from home.

What can you do in Innsbruck?

Skiing in Innsbruck - fun on the slopes on the Nordkette

Innsbruck offers culture, sport and recreation all year round: museums such as the Tyrolean State Museum Ferdinandeum, Ambras Castle and the Grassmayr bell foundry invite you to explore Tyrol's cultural heritage and the history of the region. Families will love the Audioversum ScienceCenter, which focuses on the topic of "hearing" and offers interactive experiences.
Are you planning a sightseeing tour through Innsbruck's old town? Don't miss the famous Golden Roof, the Imperial Palace and Innsbruck's St. Jacob's Cathedral. From the viewing platform of the medieval city tower, you can enjoy the view of the Nordkette, the Bergisel ski jump and the Patscherkofel.
In addition to cultural highlights, Innsbruck is also a paradise for mountain fans: the Nordkettenbahn cable cars take you directly from the old town to the high mountains, in just 8 minutes you can get from the city to the Hungerburg, from where the Seegruben and Hafelekar cable cars continue up to 2,300 m - with fantastic panoramic views of Innsbruck and the Karwendel Nature Park. Up here you will find a ski area with spectacular pistes and impressive freeride routes such as the Karrinne, which has a gradient of 70%. There are 13 ski areas around Innsbruck, including family-friendly slopes such as the Muttereralmpark and more challenging runs on the Patscherkofel and in the Axamer Lizum.

The weather in Innsbruck

Innsbruck has a temperate Alpine climate characterized by warm summers and snowy winters. Thanks to its diverse offerings, the Alpine city is an ideal destination at any time of year. In summer, you can expect pleasant temperatures for outdoor activities in the mountains. Winters are cold and often guarantee good snow conditions until spring, making the region a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
To help you time your excursions in and around Innsbruck perfectly, the livecams provide you with up-to-date weather forecasts and predictions for the coming days. Whether you are planning a hike up the Nordkette mountain range or want to explore the sights in the old town - the weather cameras in Innsbruck will reliably show you whether there is sun or clouds over the Alpine capital.