During the winter season, Innsbruck fills with ski enthusiasts
No. 1. Olympic and prestigious
Such is Innsbruck, the snowiest ski resort in Austria. It attracts tourists with a variety of slopes, developed infrastructure, and a good cultural program. Its elite status is given not only by high prices (not everyone can afford a vacation here) but also by the fact that the Winter Olympic Games were held here twice. Very few have been honored with this. In addition, Innsbruck offers seven skiing areas with their own small towns and a large number of hotels of different star ratings.
Perhaps it sounds cliché, but the slopes here are truly unique. Beginners learn and descend for the first time on some, professionals improve on others. And a third set is designed to debunk the misconception of some tourists who think they can no longer be surprised. That is why many tourists, when buying ski tours to Austria, choose Innsbruck.
Apre-ski – a complex of entertainment in the mountains, also including sightseeing: ancient cathedrals, museums, and galleries. There are many of them here, because the history of Innsbruck spans more than 800 years. Also visit the zoo, especially if you came with family.
Where to stay? There are plenty of hotels here as well. True, they are expensive, but they have excellent service quality. It is advisable to choose a hotel away from the center, because prices are slightly lower there. Moreover, the atmosphere is a bit calmer.
Most travelers prefer to stay at the Hilton. There, people live in 176 rooms – from simple doubles to luxurious apartments. Each room immediately includes a toilet and bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, central air conditioning, TV, safe, and minibar. And also a very wide selection of additional services – sauna, gym, fitness center, solarium, jacuzzi, restaurant. In addition, businessmen and entrepreneurs often check in here, all because you can rent a conference room. There is also a casino in the hotel. Try your luck!
No. 2. Elite and popular
Just 20 km from Innsbruck is another elite ski resort – Seefeld, which became popular in the 19th century. Back then, members of high society and the powerful of this world began to come here. Since then, famous people prefer Seefeld. Also, as in Innsbruck, competitions were held here as part of the Winter Olympics.
All lovers of different sports, including mogul skiers and snowboarders, will find their spot on the slopes. The choice of slopes is wide – from easy "beginner" to difficult, designed for professionals.
Apre-ski: besides cafes and restaurants, there are nightclubs and very popular casinos. Also, it is worth visiting the sports center "Olympia" to swim, see a waterfall, and relax in the sauna.
Where to stay? One of the wonderful hotels is Central. Only 18 rooms, but they differ in comfort level and are distributed among several buildings. Everywhere, interiors, carpets, and upholstered furniture are elegantly combined. Designed for two, three, or four people. There is a conference room for 20-40 participants. Children frolic on a special playground and in playrooms. They, by the way, can be taken care of by nannies. It is also possible to stay in a room with a pet (of course, for an additional fee).