Golden Roof, Zillertal Travel Guide
Innsbruck's dazzling Golden Roof: A symbol of imperial power and architectural beauty in the heart of the Old Town. A must-see!
The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), Innsbruck's most iconic symbol, is a late-Gothic oriel window adorned with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles. Built around 1500 by Emperor Maximilian I, it served as a royal box for observing city events and a bold display of imperial power and wealth.
A brief summary to Golden Roof
- Herzog-Friedrich-Straße 15, Innsbruck, Innenstadt, 6020, AT
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- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Know before you go
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- Visit the Golden Roof in the afternoon when the sun illuminates the golden shingles for the best photo opportunities.
- Explore the Golden Roof Museum to learn about Emperor Maximilian I and the history of the Golden Roof.
- Climb the City Tower (Stadtturm) for a unique panoramic view of the Golden Roof and Innsbruck's Old Town.
- Visit during the Christmas season to experience the magical Christmas Market in front of the Golden Roof.
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Getting There
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Walking
The Golden Roof is located in the heart of Innsbruck's Old Town (Altstadt) on Herzog-Friedrich-Straße 15. If you are already in the city center, walking is the easiest way to reach it. From the Innsbruck train station, it is approximately a 15-minute walk. Head towards the City Tower (Stadtturm); the Golden Roof is nearby. There is no fee to view the Golden Roof from the outside.
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Public Transport
If arriving at Innsbruck's main train station (Hauptbahnhof), you can take a bus or tram to reach the Golden Roof. Several bus and tram lines connect the train station to the city center. Take the tram (Line 5) from Innsbruck Hbf to Innsbruck Anichstraße/Rathausgalerien. Alternatively, take a bus from Innsbruck Hbf to Innsbruck Maria-Theresien-Straße. From either stop, it is a short walk to the Golden Roof. A single tram or bus fare is approximately €3.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available at Innsbruck Airport and the main train station. A taxi from the Innsbruck Airport to the Golden Roof costs approximately €42 and takes about 12 minutes, depending on traffic. A taxi from the Innsbruck main train station to the Golden Roof takes about 3 minutes and costs between €12-€16. Taxi Innsbruck: +43 (0) 664-1355060.
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