Innsbruck: Imperial Palace, Court Church and the Black Men
Emperor Maximilian, Maria Theresa and Andreas Hofer
- Duration
- 2.0 hours
- Languages
- German, English
Under Emperor Maximilian I, Innsbruck was one of the power centers of Europe, and the Court Church with his tomb and the bronze Black Men is a Renaissance masterpiece. This private tour also visits Maria Theresa's Imperial Palace.
For his tomb, Maximilian I planned a procession of bronze ancestors and heroes. Twenty-eight larger-than-life figures, nicknamed the Black Men, now surround the empty cenotaph in the Court Church, as the emperor was finally buried in Wiener Neustadt.
Andreas Hofer, leader of the Tyrolean uprising of 1809, also rests in the Court Church. Your guide explains why he remains a symbol for Tyrol and how his grave came to be here.
Next door stands the Imperial Palace, remodeled by Maria Theresa in Baroque and Rococo style. The Giant Hall with portraits of the imperial family recalls both a wedding and a death, as her husband Francis Stephen died in Innsbruck in 1765.
Highlights
- Court Church and the Black Men
- Cenotaph of Emperor Maximilian I
- Tomb of Andreas Hofer
- State rooms of the Imperial Palace
- Giant Hall with imperial portraits
The route
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1Rennweg
Introduction to Habsburg Innsbruck
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2Court Church
Cenotaph and bronze figures
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3Silver Chapel
Tomb of Archduke Ferdinand II
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4Imperial Palace
State rooms and Giant Hall
Who this tour is for
Perfect for art and history lovers who want more about the Habsburgs in Tyrol after seeing the old town.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees and tickets for cable cars, trains, boats or tastings are not included and are paid on site. Your guide is happy to tell you in advance what to expect.
Is the price per person or per group?
This is a private tour with a licensed Austrian tour guide. The price is per group, not per person, so it is just you and your own party.
Can we visit both the church and the palace in one tour?
Yes. They stand side by side and combine well, and combination tickets are available. Admission is not included.
