Innsbruck Old Town
Innsbruck, Austria
The medieval centre of Innsbruck, with arcaded lanes, pastel houses and the Golden Roof balcony, with the Nordkette mountains rising behind. Leave the car in a garage and explore on foot, then take the cable car up for a wider view.
The heart of Innsbruck's old town is Herzog-Friedrich-Strasse with the Golden Roof, the city's landmark. The roof of the ornate oriel window consists of 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles. The late Gothic master builder Niklas Türing the Elder created the oriel around 1500 on the orders of Emperor Maximilian I. The reliefs show Maximilian with his two wives, Mary of Burgundy and Bianca Maria Sforza, as well as Moorish dancers. Today they are copies that replaced the originals in the 20th century; six of the originals can be seen in the Golden Roof Museum, which was redesigned in 2019.
The old town is known for its colourful façades and medieval character. The Hungerburg funicular leads up from the old town, and with the Nordkette cable cars you reach the Hafelekar at 2,334 m. Leave your vehicle in a car park and explore the lanes on foot; about two hours is realistic for the old town and museum.
- Nearest town
- Innsbruck, Austria
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 47.2686, 11.3933
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Schwimmbad-Camping HallCampsite8 km from Innsbruck Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Campingplatz JudensteinCampsite9 km from Innsbruck Old Town · 32 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Sonnencamping StubaiCampsite12 km from Innsbruck Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Karwendelcamp ScharnitzCampsite16 km from Innsbruck Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping StubaiCampsite19 km from Innsbruck Old TownTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Alpencamping MarkCampsite20 km from Innsbruck Old TownTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in Austria · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Innsbruck Old Town?
Innsbruck Old Town is in Innsbruck, Austria, at GPS 47.2686, 11.3933. It is about 9 km from Hall in Tirol.
Can you camp near Innsbruck Old Town?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Kranebitterhof, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 20 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Innsbruck Old Town?
Places worth a stop nearby: Ambras Castle (3 km), Mittenwald (22 km), Partnach Gorge (30 km) and Stams Abbey (31 km).
When is the best time to visit Innsbruck Old Town?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)