Five days of snow, lifestyle and culture with the SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck

Dadamm-dadamm, Dadamm-dadamm, Dadamm-dadamm - The train sounds almost meditative on the last few meters of track on its way to Innsbruck main station. Arriving in Innsbruck is an aha experience. The Nordkette as a natural city boundary watches over the city, the Patscherkofel and the Serles guide you southwards via the Brennerpass. The mighty Stubaier Alpen make the alpinist's mouth water, and in between there is simply so much urban space. Welcome and have fun with the SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck.

Day 1: In Innsbruck, it's normal to see people getting out of a ICE in their ski outfits with their boards on their shoulders. And that's actually the first really cool thing about a multi-day stay in the capital of Tyrol. Mountain, city - it's one or both, alpine-urban hits the nail on the head. It starts with the first selfie in front of the Golden Roof in Innsbruck's old town: Photographed in portrait format, the connoisseur can see the 2,657 fire-gilded copper shingles as well as the peaks of the Nordkette flashing white at the top of the photo. With the Sightseer Bus you'll get that big-city feeling - the Hop on–Hop off system gives you the opportunity to see the sights that interest you - and that's included in your SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck. No extra costs. So, head to Bergisel and admire the ski jump designed by star architect Zaha Hadid, the knights' chamber at Schloss Ambras Innsbruck or wherever else you fancy going. And then head to the nearest rooftop bar for a sundowner - for example, a drink at the ADLERS Restaurant & Bar on the 13th floor of the hotel of the same name or a glass in the 360 Grad Lounge.

Day 2: Take the SKI Plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck up the mountain today - the ski area is super easy to reach by ski bus from Innsbruck main station Axamer Lizum super easy to reach by ski bus. This is also included in your pass, no worries. The „Lize“, as it is known among locals, is a top insider tip. With over 40 kilometers of slopes and nine lifts, Axamer Lizum is the largest ski area right on the outskirts of Innsbruck. This is where you can really get to know the alpine-urban lifestyle. And who knows? Maybe you'll make powder-buddy friends for life, wouldn't be the first time. But before you dive into Innsbruck's nightlife with your new friends, you should treat yourself to a break first. For example at the Freizeitzentrum Axams at the foot of Lizum, admission to which is also included in SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck. You can chill out in the indoor pool. And that brings us back to the nightlife. You have to decide ... red or blue pill. Okay, I'm joking - but of course you have to ask yourself whether you'd rather treat yourself to a bit of culture at the Tyrolean State Theater or, with a bit of luck, enjoy your next winter vacation at the Tyrolean Casino. You're spoiled for choice.

Day 3: The third day of your winter vacation in Innsbruck is also all about snow sports. Today you'll be taking the SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck to Kühtai, a ski resort at over 2,000 meters. This literally screams guaranteed snow. Sure, the weather gods often do their own thing, but the people of Innsbruck know: Powder can be found on one side of the Kühtai valley or the other. That's why! So it's worth getting up early. And after a day like this, you might want to take it easy in Innsbruck in the evening. For example, with a visit to the park of lights LUMAGICA in front of Innsbruck's Hofburg - where you can take in magical, fantastic light installations with mystical sounds. It has something.

Day 4: What would a visit to „Innsbrooklyn“ be without a visit to Seegrube and Hafelekars at Nordkette? That's right! You have to see it. Innsbruck's playground for extreme sports enthusiasts or simply extremes - naturally also included in your SKI plus CITY Pass. You start with the Hungerburgbahn directly from the Hofburg to the Hungerburg. Yes, exactly - from one castle to the next and then with the gondola to the Seegrube. There you not only have a fantastic view over Innsbruck, but you can also Restaurant Seegrube by DON also have a really extensive brunch. And then take the gondola up to Hafelekar. 2,334 meters above sea level - and almost 1,800 meters above Innsbruck. Hardly anything can top this 360-degree view. Except for the aforementioned (extreme) athletes, who ski and snowboard down the 70 percent gradient of the Karrinne in perfect snow conditions. Things are similarly wild in the Alpenzoo Innsbruck which is also included in the entrance fee at SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck. The chamois jump from stone to stone with sure-footedness and the lynx proves that it can climb trees excellently. Beastly cool. As a contrast, you can also visit the SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck Swarovski Kristallwelten glitter and glamor guaranteed.

Day 5: It's high alpine and wintry today on the Stubai Glacier - the "Kingdom of Snow". Your ski ticket for the glacier is also included in SKI plus CITY Pass, and a ski shuttle will take you from Innsbruck main station directly to the valley station of the 3S-Eisgratbahn. The modern tricable gondola lift takes you up to over 3,000 meters in next to no time. And yes: a kingdom truly opens up. Snow-covered peaks, gray rocks, endless expanses and slopes in between as far as the eye can see. The Stubai Glacier is definitely one of the highlights of the 13 ski resorts in the Stubai and around Innsbruck that are included in your SKI plus CITY Pass. Enjoy!

So, that was just a suggestion of what you can experience with the SKI plus CITY Pass Stubai Innsbruck. But there's more, why not take a look at the blog of SKI plus CITY and get even more inspiration.

Photos: Unsplash, Innsbruck Tourismus