Innsbruck City Tower (Stadtturm) in Innsbruck

Innsbruck City Tower (Stadtturm)

Innsbruck, Austria

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Tourist attraction in Innsbruck, Austria

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What is Innsbruck most famous for?

The Golden Roof as a City Symbol Perhaps the most famous landmark in Innsbruck is the Golden Roof, known locally as the “Goldenes Dachl.” This small but striking structure is covered with thousands of gilded copper tiles and was built in the late 15th century for Emperor Maximilian I.

What does Innsbruck mean in German?

The name Innsbruck comes from the German words Inn, a river which crosses the city, and brücke, a bridge. It means "bridge over the Inn".

What pretty village is near Innsbruck?

The villages of Sellrain, Gries im Sellrain and St. Sigmund im Sellrain belong to this exclusive circle. They are all located 20 to 30 kilometres away from Innsbruck and give visitors access to a world of alpine wonder full of natural flair.