Location: Schwaz
Top Things to do in Schwaz
What to do and see in Schwaz, Austria: The Best Places and Tips
Discover the best top things to do in Schwaz, Austria including Schwazer Silberbergwerk, Wolfsklamm Gorge, Schloss Tratzberg, K Fruchtkelterei, HappyHopp, Die Welt der Schmetterlinge, Achensee, Hochfugen Skigebiet, Swarovski Crystal Worlds, Haus Steht Kopf.
Restaurants in Schwaz
1. Schwazer Silberbergwerk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By Teef1956 - Nuneaton, United Kingdom
We had visited the Silver mine before but decided to revisit. This visit was far more enjoyable for the following reasons:
The groups were sorted into English speaking or German. This made the commentary so much easier to follow rather than using the translation phones (which are not always easy to get to).
Secondly, the number of people on each carriage on the train had been reduced making it a lot more comfortable to travel on.
The actual trip was very interesting , when visiting take note of the conditions the guys worked in, It is an eye opener.
2. Wolfsklamm Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By yogarobin - Delft, The Netherlands
The gorge has many waterfall and is a pleasant relief from the heat of summer. There are steps, but that does not mean that it is an easy walk. I wore sandals and regretted my decision because there is some rocky and slippery terrain inside and many places in the trail are quite wet. Parking is 4 euros for a day ticket (payable at the machine in the lot) and entry is 4.50 per adult. It is about 45 minutes in each direction with time for admiring and/or photographing the falls. We went in late afternoon after most of the crowds had left (no one was in the ticket booth after 16.00) and had many areas all to ourselves. I could imagine that earlier in the day the crowds might make the trip take a bit longer.
3. Schloss Tratzberg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By Sue149 - London, United Kingdom
This is ideal for wet and dry weather and for any visitors. The rooms are incredibly important in terms of early 16th century furniture, panelling, paintings, objects, decor and decorative items. There is also an armory. Excellent commentary via English audio guide. Really good value for money as well. There are walks in the grounds as well and a restaurant which was well patronised.
Free car parking and a "train" to transport those less able to walk from the car park to the Schloss.
4. K Fruchtkelterei
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By SalzburgHarald - Salzburg
Fantastisch - allerdings auch Neuland! In der K.Fruchtkellerei werden hochwertigste "Fruchtweine", also Getränke wie Wein aber nicht aus Trauben, sondern zum Beispiel aus Paprika, gekeltert.
Auf ca. 1150 Meter ü. d. Meer reifen in einem Microklima mit extrem hohem Sonnenscheinanteil Obst und Beeren zu hervorragender Qualität.
Aus diesen hochwertigen Grundzutaten wird mit viel Sachverstand + Zeit + Liebe nach und nach feine Frucht- und Beerenweine und seit Neuestem auch Destillate (Brände, Schnaps) sowie Liköre erzeugt.
Das Ganze kann gemeinsam mit einer feinen Jause verkostet werden. Eine kleine Kunstausstellung sowie allerlei Geräte des früheren Bauernlebens (kein Honiglecken) werden bewundert - genossen wird der unglaubliche Panoramablick in das Inntal Richtung Innsbruck. Am Abend tut das dem Alltag entrückt zu fühlen.
Eine feine Jause im Freundeskreis, Törggelen und dazu eine Verkostung der hervorragenden Produkte der K.Fruchtkellerei können wir den Geniessern ans Herz legen.
Seit Neuestem bietet eine Panoramaterrasse zusätzliche Aussichtsfläche für die Besucher.
Der Hof ist nicht ganz einfach zu finden (entlang der Pillbergstraße zeigt ein Schild auf der rechten Seite rechtzeitig die linksaufwärtsbiegende Hofeinfahrt an. Die Straße ist etwas tricky, dem geneigten Leser aber jedenfalls zumutbar.
Entschädigung für die Mühe der Anfahrt: Genau - direkt am K. Fruchthof.
Hagebuttenlikör - prämiert, Moosbeer(wilde Heidelbeere)wein zum Speck, Paprikawein (á la Sauvignon) zur geräucherten Forelle, uvm.
Die Produkte können auch vor Ort ab Hof gekauft und mitgenommen werden, eine Geschenksidee für die die schon alles haben oder sich gerne ein Stück der heilen Welt der K. Fruchtkellerei mit nach Hause nehmen wollen.
Wir kommen gerne wieder, denn die Gastfreundschaft wird hier vorgelebt.
Unbedingt vorherige Terminabsprache erforderlich!
5. HappyHopp
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Russell A - Nieuw Amsterdam, The Netherlands
After several days of skiing in Alpbach, our kids (ages 5-11) were done with the cold so we took the trip to Vomp (30 min). HappyHopp kept them excited for several hours and my wife and I were able to relax in the easy chairs provided for the parents.
It's a great place with slides, climbing gyms, trampolines, giant legos, go-karts, food, and a soccer pitch.
Totally worth a visit when you're tired of the cold and don't know what to do with your kids for a few hours. Our 11 year-old was on the top end of age appropriate. If he were a year or two older, he would probably have thought he was too old, even though adults are encouraged to participate and I personally had a great time on some of the slides and inflatable jumpy-houses.
6. Die Welt der Schmetterlinge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Hanna L - Alsace, France
Although it would be better to name this indoor parc Exotic Garden because of there are, in fact, not much butterflies, it is still a lovely place to visit. The birds actually do come to you, although a little patience (and some food) is required. It is not very big but it has a nice atmosphere to pass some time. There is a "Walk around" with shows a big collection of bugs (in show cases), and also live animals (beetles, scorpions etc in terrariums). Everything well done, well marked. There are also Koi-fish which can be fed, although I am not sure of the quality of the food you can buy to feed them. The brochure says it's the jungle in Tirol, well that may be somewhat exaggerated. But still I can recommend passing the time here. It is in fact on the other side of the street from the House On Head (Haus Steht Kopf) so a combi-ticket is recommended.
7. Achensee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 510 reviews
Reviewed By A A
We did! My wife and our dog...it is 28 km walk around the lake.
We started in Pertisau and did the circle. The village itself is nice and quiet. Than you have walk for ca 7 km ups and downs with lovely view on lake and surroundings. There are some huts on the way, but don't expect anything special. But we want to enjoy the nature!
Many attractions around - cycling, kitesurfing, yachting, running, train for kids. Really lovely day.
Take good shoes and water with you and have a great day!
8. Hochfugen Skigebiet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By Bedeboy - Manchester, United Kingdom
Another visit to Hochfugen and a wonderful week's skiing that provides excellent facilities for all standards. Good T bar and chair lifts with the appropriate gondolas too so moving up and down is not a problem.
9. Swarovski Crystal Worlds
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Swarovski Kristallwelten (Swarovski Crystal Worlds) turns Swarovski crystal into a living experience that is constantly changing and being reimagined for its visitors: In the Chambers of Wonder and the expansive garden, internationally and nationally recognized artists, designers, and architects have interpreted crystal in their own unique ways. After its third and largest expansion from 2013 to 2015, the fantasy world of the iconic Giant stretches over 7.5 Hectares, offering an unparalleled mixture of contemporary art, ancient history and fascinating nature. Since its opening in 1995, more than thirteen million visitors have visited Swarovski Crystal Worlds. That makes it one of the most popular attractions in Austria. Highlights of Swarovski Crystal Worlds are the Chambers of Wonder, the Crystal Cloud, which consists of 800,000 hand-mounted Swarovski crystals and drifts above the black Mirror Pool, the playtower and playground, wich gives children all kinds of playing experiences and the Daniels Kristallwelten. Cafe & Restaurant, which offers unforgettable culinary delights. The Swarovski Kristallwelten Store is a generous shopping landscape, which is the only area that brings together all of the product worlds of Swarovski. Enjoy your stay at Swarovski Crystal Worlds!
Reviewed By Kevin M - Liverpool, United Kingdom
To be fair if you can go when it is dark it will be better, the lightshows are non-existent in the early evening. The galleries under the giants head are interesting but that's about it, unless of course you want to by expensive crystals from the very large store. Add the price of the shuttle bus and it's an expensive trip out. So glad we bought the Innsbruck card as it's one of the places you can visit for 'free'
10. Haus Steht Kopf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 190 reviews
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