What All You Can Do in Innsbruck’s Markets
At one of Innsbruck's Christmas markets, take in the spicy smells, wrap your hands around a hot cup of gluhwein, and allow yourself to get carried away by the spirit of the season. Austria is renowned for being a master of all things seasonal, and the markets in this city never fail to bring out the holiday spirit. Located in front of the famous "Golden Roof"—a structure given by the Emporer to his wife during Austria's Imperial days—this market has clusters of wooden booths offering a range of handmade delicacies and souvenirs as well as providing a variety of home-cooked meals. It may be difficult to choose between city breaks and rural retreats, and Innsbruck provides tourists with the opportunity to do both. The city offers a small but fascinating cultural scene, with numerous museums and galleries, and it is just a short distance away from meadows and woods, which make for an excellent day trip. Try Rum, Kematen, Völs, or Zirl, which are all beautiful small towns...