Find out more about the Tyrol, Austria’s mountain province with its ski resorts, long-distance walking trails and historic towns.
The list below shows all of the published articles on AustriaDirect about the Tyrol. Readers may also be interested in our longer guides to various regions and locations:
Seefeld in Tirol | Karwendel Alpine Park | Naturpark Tiroler Lech
Imperial flair and cool shady spots make the centrally-located Hofgarten an extremely popular peaceful retreat at the heart of the Tyrolean city of Innsbruck. Innsbruck’s Imperial Gardens have existed since the early 15th century. Back …
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Visitors to the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena – the Austrian region around Germany’s highest mountain – can relax and enjoy the natural surroundings and time-honoured traditions in five small villages. The Tiroler Zugspitz Arena is made …
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The quality of the drinking water in the Tyrolean capital is considered to be particularly good. The Innsbruck Water Trail discovers its sources and explores the Mühlau gorge. It takes up to ten years for …
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Visitors can experience real Tyrolean ‘lakes and mountains’ in the easternmost tip of the Kitzbühel Alps. The Pillersee valley is situated in gentle grassy mountains and takes its name from the emerald-green Pillersee lake. The …
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The Tyrolean winter resort of Sölden has announced that the performance of ‘Hannibal’ – a massive event which takes place on the glaciers of the ski resort each year – has been cancelled for 2021. …
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When locals from the Ferienregion Imst talk about the “BIG 5” they mean all the winter activities in the area which do not involve downhill skiing. Why not enjoy snow-covered mountain landscapes while tobogganing or …
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Snow depths that you remember from your childhood dreams… Winter in the Pitztal in western Austria is not all about skiing and snowboarding. Those who prefer to take it a little easier and simply enjoy …
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The popularity of ‘Silent Night’ as a Christmas carol spread around the world in the 19th century from its origins in the villages of Austria. We take a closer look at the people and places …
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The opening of the LUMAGICA illuminations in the Imperial Gardens of Innsbruck – due to take place on 07 November – has been postponed until the beginning of December because of the restrictions caused by …
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The ruined fortresses at Ehrenberg above Reutte in the Ausserfern region of the Tyrol are clearly visible from the town. Drivers heading south on the Innsbruck road will pass in between the ruins and under …
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