Innsbruck Austria

Innsbruck is the capital city of the federal state of Tyrol in western Austria. It is located in the Inn valley. Innsbruck is the cultural and economic centre of western Austria and is one of the most famous and substantial tourist centers, with more than a million overnight stays. Innsbruck is also a university city.

Innsbruck Tourism

Tourism is the most important source of income for Innsbruck , largely because of Innsbruck's beautiful town center with its historic buildings, the friendly ambiance and the extensive sport facilities both in winter and in summer.

Skiing in Innsbruck

Due to its location between high mountains, Innsbruck serves as an ideal place for skiing in winter, and mountaineering in summer. The Olympic Winter Games were held in Innsbruck twice, first in 1964, then again in 1976. It is one of the three places which have twice hosted the Winter Games.

Education in Innsbruck

Innsbruck is home to the oldest grammar school in western Austria. The school was founded in 1562. Innsbruck also hosts several universities. The most well-known are the University of Innsbruck , the Innsbruck Medical University, and the Management Center Innsbruck.