Culture in Tyrol

The culture in Tyrol is characterised by a unique blend of Alpine tradition and a modern attitude to life. Traditional customs such as the Almabtrieb and Krampus runs are typical and regional cuisine can also be described as a cultural asset. At the same time, there is a lively arts and festival scene, such as the Tyrolean State Theatre, the Tyrolean Folk Theatre in Telfs and the exhibitions at Bruck Castle.

Many museums and facilities in Tyrol deliberately focus on child-friendly experiences and invite children to join in:

In the Ötzi village, children can immerse themselves in the Stone Age and experience first-hand what life was like thousands of years ago. Technology and tunnelling are presented in an exciting way in the BBT Tunnel Worlds - with many interactive elements that will also delight the young ones.

For little theatre fans, the Kulturlabor Stromboli in Hall and the BRUX - Freies Theater Innsbruck regularly offer plays and workshops especially for children.

Historical places in Tyrol are also told in a child-friendly way: Kufstein Fortress, for example, brings history to life - with guided tours, old walls and views included.

At the Museum im Zeughaus in Innsbruck, there are many exciting artefacts from Tyrolean history to discover, and at the Münze Hall museum, monetary history is explained in an entertaining way - including a visit to the medieval mint tower.

In summer, Tyrol offers many opportunities to combine culture with nature. If you are interested in life in times gone by, the Museum of Tyrolean Farms in Kramsach offers a wonderful insight into everyday farming culture - with original buildings from various regions of Tyrol.

The Ötztal museums are also well worth a visit: they focus on life in the valley in the past - with topics such as housing, crafts and regional history. If you are interested in the Romans, you can visit an excavation in Aguntum near Dölsach - the only Roman town in Tyrol.

The Ehrenberg Castle World near Reutte combines history with an excursion into nature - a suspension bridge leads high above the valley and several exhibitions tell of times gone by. If you are travelling south, you can stop off at several stations along the Timmelsjoch road - the Timmelsjoch Experience is all about nature, architecture and alpine habitats. Ideal for anyone who wants to combine culture with excursions into the mountains.

Yes, many museums and exhibitions in Tyrol are barrier-free. The following museums and exhibitions are barrier-free:

1. Jenbacher Museum

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free WCs
• Barrier-free entrance
• Barrier-free reception
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission
• for people with visual impairment
• In easy or simple language
• Special guided tours & offers

2nd Ötztal local history and open-air museum

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free entrance
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission
• for people with dementia

3rd Tyrolean Folk Art Museum

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free WCs
• Barrier-free entrance
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission
• for people with dementia
• for people with hearing impairment / in ÖGS
• for people with visual impairment
• in easy or simple language
• Inductive hearing system
• Special tours & offers
• Tactile orientation aids
• Rollator/wheelchair hire

4th Tirol Panorama with Kaiserjägermuseum

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free WCs
• Barrier-free website
• Barrier-free entrance
• Barrier-free reception
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission
• for people with hearing impairment / in ÖGS
• in easy or simple language
• Inductive hearing system
• Special tours & offers
• Tactile orientation aids
• Rollator/wheelchair hire

5th Augustinian Museum Rattenberg

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free reception
• in easy or simple language

6th Museum of the Nations

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free WCs
• Barrier-free entrance
• Barrier-free reception
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission

7th Museum in the armoury

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, audio stations
• Barrier-free WCs
• Barrier-free website
• Barrier-free reception
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission
• In easy or simple language
• Inductive hearing system
• Special tours & offers

8th Museum Rablhaus

• Barrier-free website
• Guide dogs allowed
• For people with dementia
• For people with visual impairment
• Special tours & offers

9th Rabalderhaus Museum - Art in Schwaz

• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission
• for people with hearing impairment / in ÖGS
• in easy or simple language
• Special guided tours & offers

10th City Archive/City Museum Innsbruck

• Audio guides, apps, multimedia, listening stations
• Barrier-free WCs
• Barrier-free website
• Barrier-free entrance
• Barrier-free reception
• Assistance dogs allowed
• Reduced admission

In winter, Tirol also has a lot to offer away from the piste - especially when it comes to culture. If you fancy spending the day not only in the snow, but also with exciting exhibitions and impressive architecture, you will find inspiring opportunities throughout Tyrol:

A visit to the Audioversum in Innsbruck makes listening an experience, interactive and also exciting for children. Kufstein Fortress offers history with a view - impressively situated above the city. In the Alpinarium Galtür, you can find out how closely life is connected to the mountains.

The Swarovski Crystal Worlds, which also fascinates visitors in winter with its light shows and art installations, is a glittering place. Anyone interested in art and history should pay a visit to Ambras Castle and the Tyrolean Folk Art Museum.

Music is the order of the day at the Haus der Musik Innsbruck, where you can not only listen to music, but also try it out.