Beer Innsbruck. Innsbruck Restaurants

Sometimes it happens that an unusual landscape or a panoramic view is the only advantage of a restaurant. But in the case of "1809" you would never say such a thing. Chef Dorian Reinisch interprets traditional recipes in his own way - it turns out very tasty! The menu includes the usual Austrian Currywurst sausage with French fries, Tyrolean grestl, and Kaiserschmarrn with plums. There is also a separate children's card.

Wed-Mon 10:00-18:00

Schindler - perfect for any time of the day

On a pedestrian street in the city center near the Rathaus Galerien, there is an unusual three-in-one establishment - a cafe, a restaurant and a Schindler bar. The Austrians themselves, perhaps, are better known precisely as the best restaurant in Innsbruck with author's cuisine - however, this does not at all exclude the fact that here you can not only beautifully, but also have a tasty and hearty meal.

Fashionable and stylish interior with plenty of mirrors, dynamic and helpful service, and most importantly, food prepared and served in the spirit of Michelin star establishments, a visit to the Schindler certainly deserves to be included in your gastronomic program.

Depending on the time of day, you will be offered one of 4 types of menus. For example, you can start your morning with an impeccable set breakfast: from the simplest option for 9.90 € to the chic Goldenes Dachl (coffee, tea or hot chocolate, fresh juice, ham omelette, muesli, pastries, beef tartare, salmon) for 23.90 €.

And of course, you should definitely spend an evening here: try the signature local steak and slowly drink a glass of the famous Tyrolean Rochelt fruit schnapps. You will gain incomparably more than you leave - wonderful impressions and memories of Austria.

Other noteworthy cafes and restaurants in Innsbruck

Those who would like to expand their gastronomic map of the Tyrolean capital can safely look at other cafes and restaurants in Innsbruck.

Goldenes Dahl- an authentic place in the city center with local food, fresh beer, reasonable prices and large portions: here you can eat hearty and inexpensive.

Hitt und Sohne- an unusual cafe in Innsbruck, noted in the Michelin guide, operates in the Concept Store format and in an original way combines cooking and selling sports goods: from ski equipment to exercise bikes.

Adlers and Hottinger Alm- beautiful panoramic restaurants, dinner in which gives the opportunity to see the capital of Tyrol from above and fully experience its natural splendor.

Ask me which city to visit in the first place, and I will answer: "Of course, Innsbruck!". "Why not ?" - you ask. I'll explain now.

Known primarily for its ski resorts, Innsbruck is so rich in cultural and natural attractions that it seems as if it has absorbed all of Austria. This city looks like a shining showcase of an expensive Austrian boutique or an elegant lady of mature age, who not only hasn't lost her grace over the years, but even got prettier. Her past has ups and downs. In her present - the pacifying nature of the Alpine mountains and memories of a stormy youth.

The former residence of the Habsburgs, the center of the federal state of Tyrol, skiing, the venue for the Olympic Games - all this is Innsbruck. In this city you can not only do winter sports, but also taste Austrian delicacies, admire the splendor of ancient architecture and patch up your health. All in all, Innsbruck has everything you would expect from Austria and more.

Short video about Innsbruck

How to get there

Innsbruck is surrounded on all sides by mountains with a height of about 2000 m. On the north side, the city is supported by the Karwendel massif, from the southwest - the Stubai Alps, and from the southeast - the Tuka Alps. However, transport links with other cities are very well developed here. You can get to the capital of Tyrol not only by plane, but also by car, train or bus.

By plane

From Moscow to Innsbruck can be reached by direct flights of S7 and Austrian Airlines. With early booking, two-way tickets can be bought for approximately 10-11 thousand rubles. For late bookings, this amount will only buy you a one-way ticket. The journey will take about three and a half hours.

If you didn’t have time to grab a ticket of the two above-mentioned companies, you will have to fly with a transfer. The most convenient option is, perhaps, to fly to Vienna, and from there to Innsbruck. With some luck, you can manage it in about five hours.

Another option is a charter! In winter, crowds of ski lovers fly to Innsbruck, and travel companies organize special flights for them.

Whatever method you choose, start looking for tickets in advance. You can compare flight prices and choose something suitable for yourself, for example,.

From Innsbruck Airport (Kranebbiten) every 15 minutes there is a regular bus F, which will take you to the city's central station in just 10 minutes. The ticket costs 1, 80 EUR. If you don't recognize public transport, take a taxi. In this case, you will pay about 15 EUR for the trip.

By train

To get to Innsbruck by rail, take the Moscow-Nice train No. 17/18, which departs from the Belorussky railway station, located in the north of the capital. The train departs on Thursdays at 10:18 am and arrives at the main station of the city. The exact travel time is 37 hours. Tickets can be purchased on the Russian Railways website.

By bus

There is no direct bus service between Russia and Innsbruck. But if you are going to the capital of Tyrol from Europe, the international carrier Flixbus, which runs between Innsburg and some other European cities, will come to your aid. Here is their list.

So, you can get to Innsbruck, for example, from Garmisch-Partenkirchen, the main ski resort in Germany, which is only 34 kilometers away (a ticket will cost 5–7 EUR one way). Or from Munich, where regular S7 flights fly from Moscow. In this case, the trip will be more expensive - from 8 to 15 EUR one way, depending on the time of day.

By car

Innsbruck is located approximately 2500 kilometers from Moscow. So the journey by car will be long and expensive. You will have to cross Belarus with its bad roads, Poland, and then - Germany or the Czech Republic. I advise you to opt for German roads. They are famous for their excellent quality and lack of speed limits.

Google maps claims that the journey will take 25 hours. In reality, you will get to Innsbruck at least 3 times longer. To the net travel time, it is necessary to add not only overnight stays, but also rest stops, waiting time at border crossings and possible traffic jams.

I drove into Innsbruck from Mittenwald, a small resort town in the Bavarian Alps. By the way, if you go to Innsbruck from Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you will go to the same track. At mountain pass 177, I got into a real mess. Going down a steep mountain, I practically did not release the brake pedal, which almost ruined my car. At the end of the road, smoke came out from under the car.

I had to go to the nearest car service and give the car to Turkish car mechanics for a couple of hours. By the way, they entered into my position and examined the poor thing for free in the name of Turkish-Russian friendship. I hope you are more experienced drivers and know that going down the mountain on the mechanics, you need to put in a low gear and brake with the engine. If you are on an automatic, set the gear limit.

In conclusion, I note that on the mountain roads of Austria and Germany one must be very careful. The same Pass 177 is a busy road crossed by hundreds of vehicles every day. Driving here is extremely difficult. In winter, it is better to use chains on the wheels.

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Innsbruck - the time is now

Hour difference:

Moscow 1

Kazan 1

Samara 2

Yekaterinburg 3

Novosibirsk 5

Vladivostok 8

When is the season. When is the best time to go

Most tourists go to Innsbruck in winter to enjoy the skiing from the snowy mountains. But, in my opinion, Innsbruck retains its solemnity and grandeur at any time of the year.

Innsbruck in summer

Innsbruck in the summer is a smart, vibrant city whose scrubbed streets sparkle in the sun. Emerald alpine meadows, blue skies and bright sun await you. But, keep in mind that the thermometer is unlikely to rise above + 20 ° C. You are still in the mountains!

Innsbruck in autumn

Arriving in Innsbruck in autumn, you will not meet crowds of tourists and you can safely enjoy the ancient architecture and nature. For the residents of Innsbruck, autumn is such a “shift change”. Everyone is preparing for the winter season and expecting new guests. Average temperature: +10 °C

Innsbruck in spring

In the first half of spring, life is still in full swing in Innsbruck, because the ski slopes continue to work. And only after they close in the second half of April, the city finally gets a long-awaited respite after the influx of tourists. The average temperature in the city is also +10 °C.

Innsbruck in winter

In winter, people go skiing to Innsbruck. This is the "hottest" season in the city. All museums, cafes, restaurants are open, and the main street is not empty day or night.

The weather in winter here is quite changeable, as elsewhere in the mountains. It may rain and snow. In good weather, snow-capped peaks are visible from anywhere in the city, and in bad weather, clouds float right onto the streets. Average temperature: -2 °C

Innsbruck monthly weather

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Innsbruck monthly weather

Districts. Where is the best place to live

Administratively, the city of Innsbruck is divided into nine districts. None of them are frankly disadvantaged. So tourists can safely walk everywhere.

The main attractions are located in the Old Town (Altstadt). These are the Golden Roof, the Arc de Triomphe, Maria Theresa Street, the Court Garden. Here is the "Golden Eagle" ( Goldener Adler) - the oldest restaurant and hotel in the city, where Mozart, Goethe and Paganini stayed (a sign on the house will notify you about this). At the same time, the price of a single room here starts from 91 EUR, which, in my opinion, is not much for such a place. A deluxe double room (35 m²) costs 190–250 EUR per day.

Another famous hotel in the city is a five-star Grand Hotel Europe which you will find right in front of the train station. This is a respectable old hotel, whose baroque interiors amaze with their magnificence. It was built in the second half of the 19th century. A suite here costs from 220 EUR per day. It is in this hotel that most of the celebrities arriving in the city stay.

The Golden Eagle and the Grand Hotel Europa are far from the only hotels in Altstadt. A cursory glance at the map below will be enough for you to understand that almost all the hotels in the city fit in its center. Here you will even find a couple of inexpensive hostels - for example Marmota Hostel. You can book the room you like on, and compare prices and choose the most advantageous option -.

Lovers of home furnishings can take a closer look at rental housing: look for an apartment in the city or a house in the mountains. The average cost of a small apartment of 30 meters is 50–70 EUR per day. A house for a company of six people (Ferienhütte or Ferienhaus in German) will cost approximately 1000 EUR per week. You can find a good and suitable offer for money, for example,.

The map below roughly shows the Altstadt area, as well as the main station.

What are the prices for holidays

Prices in Innsbruck are high. A two-hour sightseeing tour of the city with a Russian guide will cost you 100–120 EUR. A room in an average hotel costs about 80-100 euros per night. Taxi - 1.70–1.90 EUR/km. A trip by bus or tram - 2.30 (2.70 for the driver). Lunch in a cafe - 15-20 euros.

Therefore, I advise you to purchase a card immediately upon arrival Innsbruck Card. This can be done at the Tourist Information office. It will allow you to ride public transport for free, climb the highest lift in the city, visit the Swarovski Museum, the Sound Museum, the Hofkirche Church and many other interesting places. The card can be purchased for one, two or three days. The cost is 33, 41 and 47 EUR, respectively. You can read more about this.

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The cost of food, lodging, transportation, etc.

Currency: Euro, € US dollar, $ Russian ruble, rub

Main attractions. What to see

I think you already guess that Innsbruck has something to surprise you with. To fully enjoy the rich architecture of the city and the nature of its surroundings, you will need at least a week. My advice to you: when you go to Innsbruck, plan your trip carefully. Think about how many days you are willing to devote to museums, and how many - walks or outdoor activities. Then you won't have to regret that you missed something important.

Top 5

Golden Roof (Golden Dach)

This is the most important sight of the city, which flaunts on all postcards and covers of guidebooks. But in fact, this is not a roof at all, but a canopy of a balcony, decorated with gilded plates. There are more than 2500 of them in total. This beauty appeared here in the 16th century under Emperor Maximilian I and cost such a lot of money that the city even got into debt. But it did not befit the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, who was Maximilian, to look at his subjects from the most ordinary balcony.

Today, the building with the Golden Roof houses the Maximilian Museum, revealing the secrets of his reign. For only 4.80 EUR you can visit the museum and go up to the balcony. There are also audio guides. Open all year round.

Finding the Golden Roof is very easy - it is located in the very center of the city, in the Altstadt district that you already know. The walk from the main station will take 5-10 minutes.

Ambras Castle

It is both a castle and a museum. It was built back in the 16th century by Duke Ferdinand II, who was fond of collecting weapons and art objects. All this is still kept under the painted vaults of the castle and is of great historical value. Incidentally, Innsbruck was once the center of gunsmithing in Europe!

In addition, you can see a collection of portraits of the Habsburgs, ancient scientific instruments, musical instruments and knightly armor.

The castle is open every day from 10:00 to 17:00. Not open in November. The portrait gallery and collection of gothic sculptures are open from April to October. From December to March, the entrance ticket costs 7 EUR, and from April to October - 10 EUR. For children and teenagers under 19 years old, admission is free.

There are various ways to get to the castle. If you have already bought a ticket for the Sightseer sightseeing bus, then the most reasonable thing to do is to take a seat at any of its stops. In this case, the journey to the castle will take no more than half an hour.

If your starting point is the main station (Hauptbahnhof), take the Postbus tourist bus 4134 to the Landessportcenter and get off at the Schloss Ambras stop. The journey will take 9 minutes. The schedule can be found. The ticket, which costs 9.70 EUR, includes a visit to the museum and the return trip to the main station.

You can also get to the castle by:

• tram number 3 (direction Amras, stop Philippine-Welser-Straße);
• bus line C (direction Luigenstraße, stop Luigenstraße);
• tram number 6 (direction Igls, stop Tummelplatz).

If you are driving, the good news is that parking at the castle is free.

Triumphal arch (Triumphforte)

This arch has one interesting feature: the images on one side of it express joy, and on the other - sadness. The thing is that the construction of the arch was timed to coincide with the wedding of Leopold II, son of Maria Theresa, Archduchess of Austria. However, during the wedding celebrations, her husband died, and the design of the arch was slightly changed.

The arch is located near the historical center of the city and can be easily reached on foot from the main station.

Hofburg Imperial Palace (Hofburg Insbruck)

The Hofburg has a very rich history. Erected in the 15th century, it was later rebuilt by Emperor Maximilian (thus, who ordered the "Golden Roof" for himself). As a result, the palace became one of the most opulent late Gothic European residences of its time. The appearance of the palace remained unchanged until Maria Theresa came to power in the 18th century. She turned the Hofburg into a magnificent baroque monument.

The palace is open all year round from 9:00 to 17:00. Sundays are family days. A child, along with two adults, will be allowed free of charge and even an audio guide will be issued. At 14:00 on Sundays there is a tour of the palace (3 EUR for adults, 2 EUR for children). On other days, the entrance ticket costs 9 EUR.

The Hofburg is located near the Golden Roof, right in the historic center.

City Tower (Stadtturm)

It stands in the very center of Innsbruck, directly opposite the Golden Roof. The tower itself is not so remarkable, but it offers a breathtaking view of the multi-colored roofs of the city and the tops of the Alpine mountains.

The tower is open to the public from June to September from 10:00 to 20:00, from October to May from 10:00 to 17:00. Entrance costs 3.50 EUR.

Churches and temples. Which are worth a visit

The churches, temples and cathedrals of Innsbruck can be a separate tour. There are an unusually large number of magnificent buildings. Below I will talk about the most impressive.

Hofkirche (Hofkirche)

A very unusual church. Its facade is unlikely to attract your attention, but once you go inside, you will be surrounded by 28 black two-meter sculptures. Ladies in luxurious dresses, knights in armor. All of them are relatives of Emperor Maximilian the First, already known to you, who loved luxury and grandeur. As planned by Maximilian Hofhirke was supposed to be his final resting place. To rest was not too boring, the emperor ordered the statues of his relatives to be cast and placed directly in the church. Ironically, the emperor's wish was never respected: he was buried in Vienna. Catholic officials considered that it was too insulting to bury the emperor on the same level as the altar. However, the sarcophagus was left in place. You can admire it every day from 9:00 to 17:00 (on Sundays and holidays - from 12:30).

Cathedral of St. James (Innsbruck-St. Jakob Dom)

Two copper domes decorating the towers of this cathedral can be seen from everywhere. The Cathedral of St. James is one of the largest and most luxurious baroque cathedrals in Europe. It was badly damaged during World War II, but the Austrians restored the building in the 90s, and today the cathedral is open to the public. Opening hours: Mon. - Thurs., Sat., Sun. – from 08:00 to 18:30, Fri. – from 8:45 to 18:30.

Hospital Church (Spitalskirche)

This church is another example of opulent Baroque architecture that is unlikely to leave you indifferent. Made in white and pink tones, it resembles a young bride dressed up for the most solemn moment in her life. And this church was named "hospital" in honor of the hospital, which used to be in its place.

If after visiting these places you still have the strength and ability to be surprised, look also at the Wilten Basilica ( Stift Wilten), Jesuit Church ( Jesuitenkirche), Church of Christ ( Christuskirche) with its unusual built-in bell tower, the Church of Adoration ( Klosterkirche) or the Church of the Heart of Christ ( Herz-Jesu-Kirche).

Museums. Which are worth a visit

I already told you about the museum in Ambras Castle. And here are some more interesting exhibition spaces.

Swarovski Museum (Swarovski Kristallwelten)

This is not so much a museum as a huge interactive space. It did not fit in the center of Innsbruck, so it is located in the vicinity, in the town of Wattens. You can get here by a special shuttle bus that runs five times a day. You can board it at the main train station or at the Congress/Hofburg stop. A round-trip ticket costs 9.50 EUR. One way ticket - 5 EUR. Children under 15 can travel for free. The bus schedule can be found.

When you enter the museum, you find yourself in a strange psychedelic world, where everything sparkles and shimmers in the muffled light of skillfully placed spotlights. Visitors wander among all this madness as if bewitched. Here you can find yourself right inside a huge crystal 5 meters high, see a huge crystal chandelier that just falls from a high ceiling like a waterfall, walk along a corridor of huge crystals that change the light ... But what is there! Come, see for yourself.

The exposition ends with a giant store. Next to the museum is a park with green lawns and strange sculptures that will help you gradually return to the real world.

The museum is open every day from 8:30 to 19:30. The entrance ticket costs 19 EUR.

Grassmayr Bell Museum (Grassmayr Glokenmuseum)

This museum, as well as the workshop attached to it, belong to the famous Grassmeier family in Austria, who have been casting bells for many hundreds of years (since 1599). Here you can not only look closely at various instances, but also see the process of their creation. The spectacle is truly impressive. Masters in suits and protective masks pour red-hot copper into special molds, while tourists watch from a safe distance.

The museum is open from Mon. by Fri. from 9:00 to 17:00 (from May to September also open on Saturdays). The entrance ticket costs 8 EUR. Tours in English can be organized. Unfortunately, there are no tours in Russian.

Gallery Augustine (Galerie Augustin)

Among the many monuments of baroque and late gothic in Innsbruck is a modest museum of Austrian modern art. Here are exhibited examples of art from both the present and the last century. It is worth visiting this place if you want to dilute the impressions of ancient churches with something closer to reality.

Museum opening hours: Mon - 14:00 -18:00, Tue-Fri -10:30 -18:00, Sat - 11:00 -15:00.

In addition, you can visit the Museum of Tyrolean Folk Art ( Tiroler Landesmuseum), the Olympic Games Museum (dedicated to the two Olympics of 1964 and 1976), the Ferdinadeum Museum ( Ferdinandeum) or the Museum of Sounds ( audioversum).

parks

There are not many parks in Innsbruck. Why would a small town nestled right in the middle of breathtaking mountain scenery need an abundance of urban green spaces? However, there are still some interesting places for citizens to relax here.

"Hofgarten" (Hofgarten)

This is the most famous park in Innsbruck. Six centuries ago, a court garden was located in its place, where vegetables were grown for the imperial table. Today it is a beautiful English-style park, where evenly trimmed bushes and perfectly round flower beds blend with the natural landscape. Pay attention to the local trees - they are about 300 years old, and they were planted in the time of Maria Theresa!

Innsbruck's other park is the park "Rapoldi"(Rapoldipark). It is nowhere near as famous as the "Hofgarten" and you are unlikely to find mention of it in tourist guides. But even here you can have a great rest after a long day filled with visiting museums.

tourist streets

Maria Theresa street

The main tourist street of the city. There are many souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants. And the street itself is incredibly picturesque and consists of low houses, different from each other in color and architecture. The main building on Maria Theresa Street is the column of St. Anne, on which, however, the statue of the Virgin Mary rises.

Duke Friedrich Street

The same street where the Golden Roof is located. Of course, here you can also find a lot of cafes and souvenir shops. And there is a very famous house on Duke Friedrich Street - helblinghouse(Helblinghaus). Honestly, it looks more like a huge jewelry box or a wedding cake. But in general, this is another important monument of baroque architecture.

Also pay attention to the funny house with red and white shutters, whose outlines resemble a medieval fortress ( Ottoburg). This is an architectural monument of the XIV century.

What to see in 1 day

If you have come to Innsbruck for a very short time, you will hardly have enough time to visit all its sights. But don't worry, you can do a lot in one day. Actually, most tourists visit Innsbruck in this way - on the run. After all, for them the capital of Tyrol is, first of all, a transit point on the way to ski resorts. Here is a short itinerary that you can take for a quick tour of the city.

Let's start from the main station. From there head towards the Old City. To get started, you will need to go to MuseumStrasse, where the imposing building of the Ferdinarium is located - one of the most interesting ethnographic museums in Tyrol. After looking around the building (and maybe the museum), keep moving in the same direction. Very soon you will see the Jesuit Church in front of you. Go inside, admire the baroque interiors and the organ. If at this stage you are already tired of blinding luxury, take a look at the Hofgarten, which is very close by. Then head back to the historic center to see the Golden Roof and the Cathedral of St. James, and walk along Maria Theresa Street. From here you can go to the Inn River for some beautiful photos. Then continue on your way along Maria Theresa Street. In ten or fifteen minutes you will come to the Arc de Triomphe.

This route will take you about an hour if you do not make long stops. From the Arc de Triomphe, you can return to the train station (it's not far away) or continue to explore the local beauty. If you choose the latter, then move on towards the Wilten Basilica (it is also a baroque example). The Bergisel Ski Jump and the Bell Museum are also nearby.

This will take you about 40 minutes more. From the Wilten Basilica you can return to the train station by bus no. 4140 or no. 4134.

What to see in the surroundings

One has only to drive a little away from Innsbruck, as you will find yourself at the very foot of the two-thousanders. Even if you don't ski, be sure to visit a couple of mountain Tyrolean towns (eg. Mayrhofen or Elmau).
And here are some more interesting places in the vicinity of Innsbruck, which I selected to my taste.

Stams Monastery (Stift Stams)

Only 40 km. from Innsbruck is the Stams monastery. It was conceived as a burial place for the Tyrolean princes, but now very hospitable monks live in these Baroque interiors, who are engaged in winemaking and growing fruits. Here you can not only get acquainted with their life, but even stay overnight for a very small amount. True, this privilege is available only to men.

Terfens and the Upside Down House (Haus steht Kopf)

The town of Terfens is quite tiny. Only 2000 people live here. However, many tourists come here from Innsbruck to take unusual photos. The thing is that the famous Upside Down House is located here. This is an ordinary house, where everything is the other way around. It is built with the roof down and the furniture here is nailed to the ceiling.

The entrance ticket costs 7.50 EUR. The house is open all year round from Monday to Sunday. May, June, September, October - from 10:00 to 17:30. July and August - from 9:00 to 19:00. From November to April - from 10.00 to 16.00.

City of Mittenwald

It is located in the same 40 km. from the Tyrolean capital, in the same direction as the Seefeld resort. Getting here is not difficult at all: the border between Austria and Germany is open. At first glance, this is an ordinary German mountain town. But there is one interesting feature here - ancient frescoes on the walls of houses. The city center is incredibly picturesque. To get around it, you only have half an hour. You can use the rest of the time by taking the lift to one of the snow-capped peaks of the Karwendel massif.

Canyon Leutasch (Leutasch Klamm)

It is located exactly on the border of Austria and Germany, 40 km. from Isbrook. This is an incredibly beautiful place where a mountain river flows through high cliffs. Along the entire route, special paths for tourists are laid at high altitude, so special equipment is not needed. I went there even with a baby stroller, although according to the rules this is not allowed.

Entrance here is free. The fee is charged only for a small area (2 EUR - adults, 1 EUR - children). Convenient parking is organized, however, you will have to pay for it separately (about 5 EUR). The canyon is open only during the warm season, because when the paths freeze, it becomes dangerous to walk there.

Food. What to try

Meat is eaten in Tyrol. Fruits and vegetables do not grow on mountain slopes. The local cuisine will appeal to those who love hearty, fatty foods. The most traditional Tyrolean dishes are schnitzel, goulash soup, roast beef with onions ... In general, vegetarians will have a hard time in Innsbruck. People with a weak stomach will also not be sweet. If you see "vegetable soup" (Gemusesuppe) on the menu, don't rush to rejoice. Most likely, you will be served a rich meat broth in which the simplest vegetables will float. However, after a long tiring day in the mountains, such a dish may not be superfluous.

One of the most famous Innsbruck restaurants that can please you with true Tyrolean cuisine with a modern touch is Ottoburg. It is located in the same historic building at Herzog-Friedrich-Straße 1 and is good for everything: cuisine, location and atmosphere. The prices here, however, are not the most democratic: 20 - 30 EUR for a main course. But where in Austria is cheap, after all!

Budget

If you have a positive attitude towards sausages, smoked meats and bacon (a local version of lard), then be sure to look into the place Speckeria, which is located in the very center of Innsbruck on Hofgasse 3. This is not only a butcher's shop, but also a snack bar. Here you can take a large plate of meat products for a reasonable amount and eat it right on the spot.

After that, you can go for dessert at Strudel Cafe Kroell. It is located just a couple of meters from the Speckeria. Here you can eat first-class Austrian strudel. It will cost, on average, cheaper than in a restaurant (approximately 3–3.50 EUR).

The hungriest tourists can go to Tiroler Weinstube on Gumppstrasse 38 to order a huge portion of unhealthy and fatty meat Tyrolean food for little money.

Intermediate level

A small and stylish restaurant is suitable for an average wallet die Wilderin at Seilergasse 5. Here you can taste Austrian and European cuisine with a modern twist.

Slightly more conservative place - Gasthof Weisses Rossl at Kiebachgasse 8. This is the most traditional Tyrolean restaurant with very reasonable prices.

Expensive

In a hotel Adlers there is an excellent gourmet restaurant, which is worth a visit not only because of the food. It is located on the twelfth floor of a glass skyscraper and can surprise visitors with a bewitching panorama of the city and mountains.

Another popular and very trendy panoramic restaurant in Innsbruck is Lichtblick. It is located slightly lower than Adlers(on the seventh floor of a high-rise building), but the Austrians themselves seem to like it more.

Here are some more expensive and good places with traditional cuisine: Das Schindler at Bruneckerstrasse 1, Alfred Millers Schoeneck at Weiherburggasse 6 and Europa Stueberl on Suedtiroler Platz 2.

Holidays

The most popular holiday in Innsbruck is, of course, Christmas.

At the city's Christmas market, you will find everything you expect to see: gingerbread, mulled wine, sausages, New Year's paraphernalia and souvenirs. But there is also a peculiarity here. These are Krampus - scary monsters with horns and twisted muzzles that grab passers-by by the clothes and generally behave extremely unceremoniously.

If you do not know about their appearance in advance, you can be seriously scared! Take care of your children and yourself if you have weak nerves. The Austrians themselves, of course, are accustomed to the appearance of such mummers (who, by the way, are the companions of St. Nicholas) and consider it an honor if the Krampus touches them.

Safety. What to watch out for

Innsbruck is safe for tourists both day and night. There are few pickpockets and other scammers here. The main danger for visitors to Innsbruck is skiing. But if you follow the safety precautions, nothing threatens you here either. If you are skating insecure, choose easy trails. If you are a beginner, be sure to hire an instructor.

Things to do

Hafelekarspitze

Transport rental

You can rent a car for trips in Innsbruck through well-known sites Europcar,Sixt and it's easier to compare prices. Renting is also possible at the airport. The cheapest car will cost you about 50 EUR per day.

In the center of Innsbruck, all possible conditions for motorists have been created. There is really a lot of parking for such a small town. their interactive map.

It is safe to drive in Innsbruck - the drivers are disciplined, the roads are excellent. Try to drive carefully and park in designated areas. The fine for incorrect parking will be about 40 EUR.

Driving in Innsbruck is on the right. Signs are not always duplicated in English, but the Austrian system of road signs does not differ much from the Russian one.

Innsbruck: holidays with children

Innsbruck is well suited for families with children, not only because of the opportunity to ride on ice rinks and run wild in the snow. There are many things around the city that your kids will like. You've probably already taken note of Ötzi village and upside down house. In addition, be sure to visit Alpine zoo- the highest mountain zoo in the world, where the flora and fauna of the region are represented. In addition to close communication with animals (enclosures are designed so that visitors can see everyone and who can be touched), you will have an excellent panoramic view of the city.

From November to March, the zoo is open from 9:00 to 17:00, and from April to October from 9:00 to 18:00. An adult ticket costs 10 EUR, and a child ticket costs 5 EUR.

Ski holidays

Innsbruck is, without exaggeration, a paradise for ski lovers. 285 km are waiting for you. slopes and 100 km. trails for cross-country skiing. To get to the ski slopes from Innsbruck, it is not even necessary to leave somewhere. It is enough to take the already familiar funicular nordkettebahn. Station will be the first stop. Seegrube which is located at an altitude of 2500 meters. By the way, there is a special children's area Kids Arena. And the zoo, by the way, is located here.

Ski passes

Lifts are expensive. A day of skiing in Austrian resorts will cost you approximately 25 EUR (excluding ski rental, of course). But there is a way to save money. Firstly, in some places the same Innsbruck card will give you a small discount. Secondly, the region has developed a whole system of subscriptions, which include several ski areas at once. You can even buy

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Top 7 places to eat in Innsbruck. Establishments with prices not above average. Cafes and restaurants in Innsbruck with addresses, descriptions, photos.

Rest in this city is attractive not only for an avid skier, but also for almost every traveler interested in architecture, landscapes and ... . To make your stay in Innsbruck not only interesting, but also comfortable, you can think over a plan for visiting the city's establishments in advance. After all, this is an important part of getting to know the Tyrolean way of life and culture. The city center is compact, so at first glance it is not difficult to find a suitable place for lunch. But if you already have a list of addresses and coordinates in your arsenal where you can eat deliciously in Innsbruck, you will feel doubly confident.

Gastronomic excursions in Austria

Even before arriving in Innsbruck, going on an excursion means getting to know the best examples of Austrian winemaking. Visit the vineyards located under the capital, and "wine shops" where you can buy products. Well, don't ignore it - this is the best way to get your bearings in the city and drink a cup of Viennese coffee on a guide's tip.

7 original Innsbruck restaurants

1. Sitzwohl Restaurant

Address: Stadtforum 1, Innsbruck

You can have a delicious meal in Innsbruck in the author's restaurant Sitzwohl. The menu has dishes of both Austrian and, but their choice is limited. True, the menu is new every day - if you look here every day the same dishes you will not get bored. We will not reveal all the secrets in advance, but even lovers of flour products will be delighted with fragrant bread, let alone meat and snacks! You will also appreciate the hospitality of the staff and the entertainment program. It is no wonder that this restaurant comes back again and again. But it is important to take care of the table in advance, they are in great demand in this institution.

2. Cafe Central

Address: Gilmstrasse 5, Innsbruck

One of the iconic institutions of Innsbruck, which is usually visited as one of the attractions. The chain cafe (there are similar ones in Lausanne) became famous for its classic interior, reference Viennese coffee, strudel apfel with whipped cream and quality service. So, for a traditional breakfast, you will be offered fresh press with a typographic smell - just like on board Aeroflot. In addition to a variety of pastries and desserts, the cafe also has traditional food - salads, meat, omelettes and soups. No one will be left hungry, and lovers of healthy food can indulge themselves with carrot or apple juice.

3. Cafe Katzung

Address: Herzog-Friedrich-Strasse 16, Innsbruck

Tucked away in the maze of narrow streets of the Old Town, this patisserie is only to be stumbled upon by chance. Travelers go for the smell of coffee, chocolate and vanilla, and are not mistaken. But if you know the address of this cafe in Innsbruck in advance, you will have the opportunity to try not only the perfect strudel, but also the reference Sacher (some say that the famous cake is tastier here than in the Viennese cafe Sacher). True, prices may be slightly higher than average, but the location is a few tens of meters from the central square.

4. Strudel-Cafe Kroell

Address: Hofgasse 6, Innsbruck

Another place where you can eat deliciously in Innsbruck, and at the same time try the famous ones, is Strudel-Cafe Kroell. Here they make the most unusual fillings for a popular dish in Austria. For example, strudel with mushrooms and bacon is an unusual combination. Or cherry instead of traditional cinnamon apples. If you really want to try apple strudel, order its local variety - sweet apples and spinach. The cafe has a welcoming atmosphere, polite staff and everything you need to relax between excursions. Well, they know how to surprise tourists here, like nowhere else.

5. Cafe Munding

Address: Kiebachgasse 16, Innsbruck

For a delicious breakfast and a guarantee of a good mood for the whole day, we recommend visiting the Munding Cafe. Here you can not only enjoy excellent coffee, but also feel like in the Tyrol of the Middle Ages. The interior is created taking into account Alpine traditions. In addition to coffee, Munding offers cakes that look like Christmas presents and other Austrian desserts. Naturally, you should order coffee and any hot dishes if you want to have a bite to eat thoroughly. Pay attention to spinach dumplings (Aust. thinking schlutzkrapten), reminiscent of German dumplings.

6. die Wilderin

Address: Seilergasse 5, Innsbruck

For delicious steaks, go to Die Wilderin. It is conveniently located in the historical center of Innsbruck, and the meat is delivered there directly from the slopes of alpine meadows (as the owners say, and in a country like where the local "GOSTs" are strictly observed, it is customary to take the word for statements). The restaurant's menu is modest: visitors order what the chef has "chosen" for them for today with slight variations - wild boar according to a special recipe, roasted duck, excellent beef steak. The atmosphere is very cozy, intimate.

7 Breakfast Club

Address: Maria-Theresien-Straße 49, Innsbruck

A modern cafe whose motto is: "Godfather of brunch in Innsbruck". They serve traditional Tyrolean food, simple and hearty, which will keep the traveler energized throughout the day. The main factor due to which it was possible to win a youth audience is reasonable prices. A huge selection of omelettes for those who prefer meat and ham, as well as for vegetarians. Crown dish Hell's Omelette (omelet from hell): cheese from the milk of Alpine cows, shallots and chili peppers. It comes with a whole basket of organic bread. Coffee is exclusively Italian and lactose-free milk is available upon request.

What to try in Innsbruck

The main criterion that we were guided by in choosing the best cafes and restaurants in Innsbruck is delicious food and a homely atmosphere. What to look for in the menu? First, you should order any of the meat dishes.

Any restaurant in Innsbruck serves Tyrolean soup with dumplings

In Austria, meat is respected, and therefore the quality schnitzel or tafelspitz will be excellent. Second, it's hard to resist the temptation to try Tyrolean pies- this is almost the main pride of the Austrian land.

The most popular hot soup served in Innsbruck is goulash. The dish came to Austria from neighboring Hungary. As an alternative, they offer soup with dumplings (meatballs), which is popular in Tyrol.

Delicious in Innsbruck. But it is advisable to try it in one of the bars, and not in a street tent. Most establishments in Innsbruck have their own drink recipe, which is not disclosed. There may not be anything unusual in the composition, but restaurant owners like to let in fog. Be that as it may, the taste of local mulled wine is excellent (even if it's all about the quality of red wine). If you don't drink alcohol, order herbal lemonade - unusual, but worth a try at least once.

As you can see, the gastronomic establishments of the city are quite original. You can eat in not only tasty, but also relatively inexpensive.

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