Innsbruck is a world famous ski resort, due to the fact that it served as the capital of the Winter Olympic Games twice. After that, Innsbruck has become even more attractive and prestigious, sophisticated tourists call it the perfect place for winter outdoor activities. If you are the real fan of active winter activities - Innsbruck must be your paradise, as far as here you will find the whole complex of various resorts: Akzamer Litsum, Glungezer, Patcherkofel, Rangger Kopfl, Mutterer Alm and Nordpark-Seegrub. Let's see each and one resort more closely.
Akzamer Litsum is the largest ski resort here, its trails compose forty kilometers in total. In addition, here you will find a wonderful snow park and five freeride zones. Nordpark-Seegrube is located almost close to Innsbruck and is known for the largest snowpark. There are several comfortable trails and the controlled freeride area. Require more adrenaline while performing winter sports? Then visit the Patcherkofel and have a shot at the Olympic sled-bobsleigh track. Together they make up the so-called the "Olympic Innsbruck".
But, in addition to the famous ski, toboggan, and bobsleigh trails, Innsbruck is worth visiting in order to get acquainted with the unique history and culture of the Tyrolese. After all, the city has a glorious history, with a long life of 1000 years! This is indicated by a large number of historical monuments, ancient monasteries, and beautiful churches. Be sure to go on an excursion to the medieval castles of Hofburg and Ambras. Here the spirit of chivalry of the Middle Ages, unique collections of ancient knightly weapons and clothing are preserved. It is equally interesting to see the life of the European nobility and learn about the turbulent history of Austria-Hungary on the examples of the fate of the castle owners.
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