Am staying in Garmisch. Have a Germany only train pass. I know that I can take train to Innsbruch, but am wondering if there is some sort of regular bus service? If not, how are the roads - any feedback is appreciated. Also, presume it's scenic travel between the two towns? Any suggestions of "must see" are appreciated.
Posted by
NYC area
2979 posts
Hi Kathleen,
I've only driven so...
The roads are very good between the two towns and very nice scenery. Mittenwald, less than 30 min from Garmisch, is a gorgeous village.
Another beautiful old town (recommended by Rick Steves) is Hall in Tirol, just 6 miles east of Innsbruck, which we prefer to Innsbruck.
Both of these towns are very easy to get to by train. The station in each is only a few minutes walk to the old town and pedestrian zone.
This is just my opinion, I don't really care for Innsbruck. Very large, noisy, busy city with a small pedestrian zone.
In Innsbruck, actually just outside of Innsbruck, we did like Schloss Ambras.
Paul
Posted by
OP
Portland, OR, USA
4 posts
Thanks Paul. Have heard similar comments about Innsbruck/Hall. Will modify!
Posted by
Danville, VT
12040 posts
Most of the must-see attractions in the area are well-known: the Zugspitze, the castles at Schwangau, Linderhof, etc. And yes, the drive from Garmisch to Innsbruch is spectacular... but mind how fast you drive, there is a speedtrap that must net the Austrian police thousands of euro a year!
Innsbruch itself is not bad, but not the greatest either. The scenery is gorgeous, and there is a pleasent old-town center. However, most of the city looks rather modern and, well, plain. After seeing the Bavarian charm of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Innsbruch might leave you a little flat.
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COCONUT CREEK, CARENCRO, FL., LA., USA
152 posts
We went through Hall on the way to Salzburg. Learn from our mistake. We arrived for a late lunch and the town was completely shut down. We were lucky to find a hot dog. It is a cute town and I made my favorite picture on that trip. It was of a little old white haired lady looking out her upstairs window watching for someone.