Alpine
Capitals
You can experience the best
of Zurich, Innsbruck, and
Munich in one epic weekend.
Vibrant and multicultural Zurich
Germany
3 MUNICH
SALZBURG
Austria
1 ZURICH 2 INNSBRUCK
Switzerland
1Zurich
As a "metropolis of experiences" by the
water, Zurich offers a unique mixture of
attractions: over 50 museums and
more than 100 art galleries,
international fashion labels and Zurich
designers, and the most flamboyant
and lively nightlife in Switzerland -- all
framed by magnificent views of the
snowcapped Alps on the horizon.
STAY EAT DO
The Widder Hotel occupies nine Sample the most famous dish, Zürcher The Kunsthaus Zürich boasts
medieval buildings, each room Geschnetzeltes: sliced veal in a cream Zurich’s largest modern art collection.
appointed with antiques and art. sauce, served with Rösti. The Swiss National Museum brings
The Hotel Adler is in quaint A particularly tasty version is prepared the country’s turbulent past to life,
Niederdorf, a short walk from at the traditional Zunfthaus zur Waag, and the park behind it is one of the
Bahnhofstrasse, Limmatpromenade, a historic guild house dating from 1315. city's most beautiful.
and the lake.
myswitzerland.com/zuerich-art-museum
myswitzerland.com/widder-hotel myswitzerland.com/national-museum-zuerich-zuerich
myswitzerland.com/zueri-geschnetzeltes
myswitzerland.com/hotel-adler
Hike up to the Uetliberg mountain
TopTip
You've got to be in shape to hike Uetliberg
mountain with Bruno Pfeuti. The experienced
hiker (and Green Party official) ascends 1,300 ft
with his guests, along narrow trails and past
Europe’s largest population of yew trees.
myswitzerland.com/zurich
2 Innsbruck
Locals call Innsbruck “The Capital of
the Alps” - and it’s no mystery why.
The city is sandwiched between three
mountain ranges and feels
cosmopolitan despite its size. The
historic Old Town dates back to the
Middle Ages and includes sights like the
Golden Roof and the Imperial Church.
Above the brick roofs, the Nordkette
mountains tower as Innsbruck’s natural
skyscrapers. Cable cars take you to
lofty lookouts with phenomenal views
of the valley.
STAY EAT DO
Nala Boutique Hotel has quirky, Die Wilderin serves mostly regional Discover young Innsbruck on a night
stylish rooms and a beautiful ingredients in a polished-yet-cozy at the Hofgarten and Treibhaus.
garden with light installations. setting. Have brunch at the cute Immerse yourself in the romantic
Traditional, family-run Hotel Cafe Immerland or Soulkitchen, history of old town’s Golden Roof
Weisses Rössl is located in the Innsbruck’s 18-station answer to and nearby Ambras Castle.
heart of the city. Smorgasburg. tagnacht.at
nala-hotel.at treibhaus.at
diewilderin.at
roessl.at innsbruck.info
immerimmerland.at
soulkitchen.world
Tirolean Speck
TopTip
Tirolean smoked bacon is a must-eat while in
Innsbruck – preferably from inimitable Handl
Tyrol. Kill two birds with one stone by opting for a
Vinschgerl, a speck-filled rye flatbread. It’s a
specialty at the Tiroler Speckeria, right around
the corner from the Golden Roof.
speckeria.at
handltyrol.at
3Munich
With its modern international airport,
Munich is the gateway to the German
Alps. Despite centuries of growth this
cosmopolitan city has retained its
beautiful charm and traditions. As the
Bavarian capital and Germany´s third
largest city, Munich is home to the
Bavarian State Opera, the National
Theatre, museums, great shopping and
more. Experience Munich´s fascinating
history and its original lifestyle,
renowned and imitated worldwide.
STAY EAT DO
Indulge in modern luxury at Geisel´s Enjoy Franconian delicacies and Drive your dream BMW at one of
Beyond Munich, above the roofs of wines at Alter Hof Restaurant in Bavaria’s most visited sights,
the city. The floor-to-ceiling the center of the Bavarian capital. BMW World, and visit its museum
windows offer a singular view, Head to the open-air market, tracing BMW’s evolution.
overlooking Marienplatz in the heart Viktualienmarkt, for delicious Shop for an African-style Dirndl or
of Munich. Bratwurst or traditional Leberkäse. traditional Bavarian clothing at
beyond-muc.de restaurant-alter-hof.com NOH NEE.
muenchen.de/markets/viktualienmarkt
bmw-welt.com
nohnee.com
TopTip
The Monastery Brewery
Bavaria is known for its delicious beer, and
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there's nowhere better to enjoy a “Mass” than
right here. Hike or take a train to the Monastery
of Andechs for a sampling of beers brewed by
Benedictine Monks.
andechs.de/brewery
Continue exploring
The Alps
www.austria.info/alps
www.germany.travel/alps
www.myswitzerland.com/alps
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