All articles related to Tirol

23.03.2012 - 08.04.2012

Easter Festival Tirol

International performers from the worlds of music, dance and the theatre come together for the 24th year in Innsbruck.

08.03.2012 - 15.03.2012

Freeride World Tour Big Mountain

The extreme freeride competition attracts a continuously growing community to Fieberbrunn. The world's best athletes face a tough battle against the "Big Mountain", the laws of gravity and the strict criteria of the jury.

15.11.2012 - 24.12.2012

Christmas Markets in Innsbruck

Imagine the lights of a Christmas tree rivalling the glistening tiles of the Golden Roof, the aroma of freshly made “Kiachln” (piping hot doughnuts laced with Sauerkaut), and the sound of traditional Christmas carols. This is Christmas time in Innsbruck.

08.08.2012 - 26.08.2012

Innsbruck Festival of Early Music

The Innsbruck Festival of Early Music is a must for all music lovers visiting Innsbruck in August.

03.08.2012 - 18.08.2012

OperettenSommer Kufstein

"Gräfin Mariza" by Emmerich Kálmán will be headlining the 2012 operetta summer season at Kufstein Fortress.

05.07.2012 - 29.07.2012

Tyrolean Festival Erl

Since 1998, a festival with international standards, mainly with visitors from German-speaking areas, but also from other parts of Europe or even the USA and Japan. The Tyrolean Festival Erl is not just any music festival.

15.06.2012 - 10.07.2012

Innsbruck Summer of Dance

International dance performances from classical ballet to various modern dance forms, jazz and modern expressive dance.

21.04.2012 - 30.11.1999

The Arlberg Eagle

The Arlberg Eagle is a triathlon with a difference...it takes place over five months. The competition starts in April with "The White Thrill" (der Weisse Rausch), a nine-kilometre ski race starting at 2650 metres' altitude on the Vallugagrat mountain.

09.04.2012 - 14.04.2012

Snowbombing 2012

Famous for its adrenalin-fuelled snowboarding, crazed partying and nocturnal chalet-hopping, Snowbombing takes place in the Tyrolean resort of Mayrhofen every year.

24.02.2012 - 27.02.2012

ART Innsbruck 2012

This event in Innsbruck features international exhibitors who present everything from paintings to prints, from sculptures to installations, and lots more in between.

20.01.2012 - 22.01.2012

International Hahnenkamm Race

Jumps up to 80m, steep slopes up to 85% and speeds up to 140km/h. Less than 2 minutes to complete the stretch of 3.3km. An altitude difference of 863m from the starting point (1665m) to the finish (802m). An average speed of 103km/h. This is the most difficult ski piste in the world.

From the old town to new heights

It is Innsbrucks unique setting as a dazzling city inbetween impressive mountain ranges, that the Hungerburg funicular takes advantage of: Just a stone throw away from the famous “Goldenes Dachl” (golden roof) you can start your journey into lofty mountain heights.

Skiing is a child’s play

A ride on the magic carpet? A stroll through the dino forrest or the fairy tale village? An expedition in the Fiss cave world? Children will have a whale of a time in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis. Apart from the numerous attractions, the Kinderschneealm is the winter-paradise for mini-skiers. Celebrating its 20th birthday this year, the Kinderschneealm is still playful as a child, but offers full-grown possibilities.

Innsbruck - The capital of the Alps

With its unique blend of urban flair and winter sports, Tyrol's regional capital names itself the capital of the Alps for good reason. Multi-faceted and full of surprises, Innsbruck is the perfect venue for a skiing holiday with an urban touch.

Austria's Top Ski Resorts

Pure joy on skis - this is what you will find in Austria's top ski resorts. Whether you want to coast down the piste leisurely or fly down the expert downhill run, in these resorts you will be spoilt for choice.

Arlberg - skiing at its best!

This is the place where serious skiers enjoy fantastic powder runs from November until April. 5 charming Tyrolean villages and the unique combination of boundless skiing pleasure and traditional après ski make the Arlberg so unique!

Innsbruck

Past and future meet in the heart of the Alps, where Innsbruck’s world-famous sights, which testify to the Tirol province’s great past, stand alongside post-modern international architecture to create a fascinating blend.

Ski helmet obligatory in Austria

Design Hotels

Designed by celebrity architects and furnished by star interior designers: Austria’s design hotels satisfy the mind and tempt the senses.

Route Planner

Traveling throughout Austria by car? This route planner helps you find the shortest way to your travel destination and calculate the travel distance.

Antony Gormley: Horizon Field

Antony Gormley's Horizon Field will consist of 100 life-size, solid cast iron figures of the human body installed into the landscape of Vorarlberg in Austria until April 2012. The work will form a horizontal line at 2,039m above sea level.

Experiences "off the beaten path"

Looking for great authentic travel experiences? Just move the "slider" to your travel preference and we'll show where we think you should go. You most likely will encounter unexpected like the "Poppy village ".

Innsbruck - Winter sport meets urban flair

The winter sports program of the Olympic Ski World Innsbruck reads like a wish list: easy for beginners, steep for advanced skiers and extreme for free riders. That is all available with just 1 ski pass where you ski in 9 different ski resorts. And once you have finished your last run you can enjoy the amenities the capital city of the Alps has on offer.

“The White Ring” – The longest ski race in the world

Ski races have a long tradition at the Arlberg, but this is without a doubt one of the most spectacular races during the winter season.

Arlberg - The Cradle of Alpine Skiing

It is a legend in itself, a byword for passion, the crowning pinnacle of its sport! The Arlberg region – The Cradle of Alpine Skiing and the home of choice for all those who have succumbed to the fascination of the Alpine winter.

Tirol - a mountain bike mecca

Tirol is one of Europe’s most popular biking regions. Routes totaling some 5,000 km wind through the province’s fabulous valleys and even alpine pastures.

Austria’s hiking villages

The Austrian hiking villages consist out of 50 holiday regions and resorts all over Austria. These villages dedicate their focus on nature, landscapes and physical exercise and fascinate their visitors with unique hikes.

The Eagle Walk

Hike the longest hiking path of Europe – the Eagle Walk in Tirol.

St. James Trail

“Spiritual walking” is gaining in popularity. It is the kind of travel on foot where the journey itself is the reward. The world famous Jacob Trail gives opportunity to return to your center, step by step.

Nature Watch

Discover a new way of experiencing Tyrolean nature and observe true miracles at undisturbed natural setting.

Why ski in Austria?

Great weather, enviable vertical drops and unrivalled winter playgrounds are just a few of the reasons why you should consider Austria for your next winter holiday.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds - The Art of Crystal Fiction

People from all over the world come to Wattens near Innsbruck throughout the year to admire crystal in all its diversity and variety. Away from everyday life, the Swarovski Crystal Worlds provide a magical experience.

St. Anton's newest lodging experience – TheMOOSER

Panoramic views of unspoiled wilderness from relaxing lounge chairs, some of the best skiing just out the front door and a unique blend of rustic Tyrolean style with contemporary design – The new Hotel TheMOOSER, scheduled to open December 02, 2011, will be one of St. Anton’s most coveted lodging locations - for good reasons.

Art, Architecture & Design

Austrian artists, architects and designers have long moved beyond the traditional boundaries of their genres. They are and always have been world travelers, connoisseurs - and at times, provocateurs.

Modern Architecture in Tirol

The amorphous, glowing glass structure is one of the stations on the Nordkettenbahn, designed by architect Zaha Hadid. The 100-year-old mountain railway, which now has four uniquely designed stops...

Popular Walking Resorts

The Hills are still alive in Austria! If you are looking for picture perfect scenery, fresh mountain air and crystal clear lakes, Austria offers an abundance of choices. Following is our selection of some of the most scenic Alpine resorts.