Tyrol
Austria
General info
The landscape of Tyrol is characterized by the Alps and offers a breathtaking mountain world with numerous peaks, glaciers, lakes and rivers. So the ideal destination for all outdoor lovers:inside.
Possible sports
Impressions
Location
Tyrol is located in the west of Austria and borders Germany, Italy, Vorarlberg, Salzburg and Carinthia. The capital of Tyrol is Innsbruck and is centrally located in the state. Geographically, Tyrol is characterized by the Alps and offers an impressive mountain landscape with numerous peaks, valleys and lakes.
Spot Check
Tyrol is a popular destination for winter and summer sports. In the winter months, the numerous ski resorts and the impressive mountain scenery attract skiers, snowboarders and freeriders from all over the world. Popular ski resorts in Tyrol are Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, Arlberg, Zillertal, Ötztal and Pitztal. But also away from the slopes there are numerous possibilities, such as cross-country skiing, ski touring, tobogganing, ice skating or snowshoeing.
Tyrol also offers a variety of activities and excursions in summer. Especially popular are hikes and mountain tours that offer breathtaking views of the mountain world. Popular hiking regions in Tyrol are, for example, the Karwendel Mountains, the Rofan Mountains, the Lechtal Alps and the Ziller Valley. But also climbing, mountain biking, rafting, paragliding, golfing and swimming in the lake or outdoor pool are among the popular summer activities in Tyrol.
Weather
In summer, it is usually warm and sunny in Tyrol, but there can also be rain showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are often between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius, but can also be somewhat cooler at higher altitudes. The summer season in Tyrol lasts from June to September and offers many opportunities for outdoor activities.