Why visit
Innsbruck is Alpine city living. Cable cars from the center to 2,334 m, Maria-Theresien-Strasse's baroque, and ski resorts 20 minutes out.
Austria at a glance
Country center
47.3°, 13.3°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
83,871 km²
32,383 mi²
Country population
9.0 million
107/km²
Subregion
Central Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+43
Language
Austro-Bavarian German
Demonym
Austrian
Internet
.at
UN
Member state
ISO code
AT / AUT
Where in the world
47.3° · 13.3°
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Did you know
- Innsbruck has hosted two Winter Olympics (1964, 1976) and three Winter Paralympics, more than any other city.
- The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl) has 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles and was built for Emperor Maximilian I in 1500.
- The Nordkette mountain range rises directly from the old town; you can ski in the morning and walk the medieval city in the afternoon.
- Austria's capital Vienna has ranked as the world's "most livable city" in multiple recent Mercer / Economist surveys.
- The Austrian flag is one of the oldest national flags still in use (dates to 1230).
Bordering Austria
Traveler notes
- Nordkette cable car rises directly from downtown
- Hofkirche with Maximilian I's cenotaph
- Olympic Ski Jump still open for tours
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Innsbruck
What currency is used in Innsbruck?
Innsbruck uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Austria?
The primary language is Austro-Bavarian German.
What is the international calling code for Austria?
The calling code is +43.
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