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HOUSES TELL THEIR STORIES
The historic houses of Kufstein look back on centuries of history. Their walls are witnesses to fascinating tales and stories! At times, they were convivial taverns and accommodations for traveling merchants, while at others, they were stately bourgeois houses of...
KUFSTEIN IN ANECDOTES
Kufstein has a rich and varied history. However, it's not just the historical dates and facts that make this city tour an exciting experience. What brings this tour to life are amusing anecdotes and stories about the people and events that give this city its unique...
THE KUFSTEIN SONG CONQUERS THE WORLD
In 2022, we celebrated the 75th anniversary of the world-famous "Kufsteinerlied" – follow us in the footsteps of the composer and lyricist Karl Ganzer! The "Kufsteinerlied" is certainly the most famous herald of Kufstein – known throughout the world. Born in Kufstein,...
IN UNITY, DISCOVER THE DIVERSITY – HOUSE FACADES IN INNSBRUCK’S OLD TOWN
"Innsbruck is small, but composed of uniform buildings, as if it were one continuous house," from the Table Talk of Martin Luther. Discover the diversity in the design of building facades, whether gables, bay windows, paintings, inscriptions, depictions of saints,...
JEWISH INNSBRUCK – MEMORIES AND EVENTS
Embark on the traces of Jewish life in Innsbruck. The guided city walk spans from the first reports from the Middle Ages to the terror against the Jewish population during the Nazi regime and into the present. A very turbulent history, in which periods of tolerance...
INNSBRUCK AND EPIDEMICS – THE EPIDEMIC YEAR 1611 TERRIFIED THE POPULATION
Epidemic history in Innsbruck: What connects the address Weihnhardtstraße 4 with the namesake Dr. Weinhart and the Dreiheiligenkirche? As part of our tour, we will explore how the city dealt with a "pestilence" at the beginning of the 17th century. Measures against...
ALTHÖTTING AND THE SCHNEEBURGCASTLE – RURAL PART OF INNSBRUCK
We stroll past historic buildings through the narrow streets of Hötting. We visit the "Schneeburgschlössl" with its delightful Rococo chapel and learn about the mills and foundries that were located here. Finally, we enjoy the wonderful view of Innsbruck from the...
OLYMPIC INNSBRUCK
On this tour, you'll discover the city from its "sporty side" and see the Olympic venues where athletes celebrated their greatest triumphs and where annual competitions continue to inspire sports fans from around the world. As a venue for major sporting events and a...
WATCHES, TIMEPIECES AND TOWERCLOCKS THROUGH INNSBRUCK
Following the spirit of the times, we stroll through Innsbruck. Historical insights intertwined with anecdotes about timepieces make us realize how quickly time passes!City: Innsbruck e-mail: info@tirol-guides.com Duration: 1.5 hoursPrice: Group price: €...
THE GLAMOUR OF GOLD. A STORYTELLING TOUR
In this guided tour of kings, saints, and goddesses, enlightening backgrounds and sparkling stories illuminate golden shingles, golden apples, and other artworks. A glimpse into the splendorous bay window of the Golden Roof is, of course, included before heading to...
THE 17TH CENTURY IN TIROL: MEDICI – MUSIC CULTURE – WAR
The 17th century is a very exciting period in Tyrolean history: on the borders, the invasion of hostile troops threatens during the Thirty Years' War, the economic situation is tense, and yet the cultural court life flourishes: under the rule of Prince Leopold and his...
THE PATH OF LOVE. A TOUR FULL OF STORIES
This enchanting and knowledge-quenching storytelling takes place in the cozy rooms of the Tyrolean Folk Art Museum. We embark on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, let spindle, shuttle, and needle speak, and learn what God does after creation. Suitble for adults, also for...
ON THE TRAIL OF THE TYROLEAN HABSBURGS THROUGH THE OLD TOWN OF INNSBRUCK
Everyone knows "Friedl with the empty pocket", who despite his nickname became one of the richest princes. However, his son "Sigmund the Coin-rich" was always short of cash. Nonetheless, it was said that he had approximately forty - or even more - illegitimate...
STRONG WOMEN IN INNSBRUCK
Strong women have left their mark in Innsbruck! During this tour, we encounter 9 different personalities, such as the powerhouse Maria Theresa, the determined Lisl, architect diva Zaha Hadid, or the "wild" Hilde. Did you know that Maria Winterle was Austria's only...
FROM IMAGINATIVE HOSTS AND ENTERTAINING GUESTS
Get to know our beautiful Innsbruck Old Town from a very special perspective – "The Innkeeper Culture since the 16th century." Quirky regulations from the sovereign, such as glasses needing to be washed at least once a week, anecdotes from resourceful innkeepers, or...
INNSBRUCK’S HISTORY IN 5 ACTS – ACTINGTOUR
Discover Innsbruck with the Acting Guides! An Austria Guide will accompany you on a journey through Innsbruck's history, where interesting characters from different eras present the events of each period in their own personal and entertaining way. The entertaining...
SEGWAY CITY TOUR INNSBRUCK
Explore Innsbruck's attractions effortlessly and silently with Segways - cruising through the city! We begin our Segway tour at the square in front of the State Theatre, after a brief orientation, we ride along the river Inn downstream, passing the modern...
ST. NIKOLAUS – DISCOVER THE OLDEST DISTRICT OF INNSBRUCK
An entertaining tour through the oldest district of Innsbruck with a visit to the attic of the neo-Gothic parish church!City: InnsbruckPrice: € 150,00 Group: up to a maximum of 25 people
ON THE TRAIL OF THE FAMOUS FREIBURGS IN INNSBRUCK
What role did Georg Hauger, Casimir Schumacher, and Karl Rahner play in Innsbruck? We follow their footsteps in Innsbruck and quickly discover that these personalities have had an astonishing career here and have written Tyrolean history. Of course, this tour also...
ART NOUVEAU IN INNSBRUCK – A SEARCH FOR TRACES
Many terms denote the time, architectural style, indeed the entire culture around the turn of the century. In Innsbruck, too, often overlooked traces of this era can be admired. Old Town - Who would have expected that? Maria Theresien Street - Influenced by the...
AROUND THE TOWN CENTRE OF SCHWAZ
It is visible from afar - the largest Gothic hall church in Tyrol. The parish church "Zu Unserer Lieben fru" captivates us. We admire its exterior and marvel at interesting details in the immediate surroundings. Who hides behind the street names? The events of 1809...
..ZUNEGGST AN DER PRUGGEN – STORIES ABOUT BOTH BANKS OF THE INN
The tour takes us across two bridges - the Stone Bridge and the Barbara Bridge. We delve into the development of transportation from the Middle Ages to modern times. The history of the establishment of healthcare and elderly care is astonishing. On both sides of the...
THE BEAUTIFUL OLD TOWN OF HALL TELLS ITS STORIES
Exciting, amusing, and unbelievable stories have been experienced by the residents of Hall. Brewers, miners, and devil summoners have their say.City: HallWebsite: www.hall-fuehrungen.ate-mail: kontakt@hall-fuehrungen.atDuration: approx. 1.5 hoursTelephone: +43 676...