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Zirl

Tyrol, Austria · Europe

About Zirl

Zirl works well as a base: 10 minutes from Reith bei Seefeld, 24km from Partnach Gorge.

Zirl is a town located in Tyrol, Austria. With a population of 8,162, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Zirl sits in Austria, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Vienna time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Zirl to your route.

About Zirl

Zirl is a municipality and market town in the district of Innsbruck-Land in the Austrian state of Tyrol. It is known for its parish church, UNESCO-recognised Zachäussingen celebration, and history of nativity scene–making. Situated at an altitude of 622 metres above sea level, it lies approximately 10 kilometres west

Read more of Innsbruck at the edge of the Karwendel mountains. The area around the town is frequented by climbers, hikers, and cyclers.

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Where is Zirl located?

Zirl is located in Tyrol, Austria, Europe. The coordinates are 47.2741 latitude, 11.2396 longitude.

What is the population of Zirl?

Zirl has a population of approximately 8,162 people, making it a town in Austria.

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Quick Information

Population
8,162
Continent
Europe
Country
Austria
Region
Tyrol
Timezone
Europe/Vienna
Coordinates
47.2741, 11.2396

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Austria

Police
133
Ambulance
144
Fire
122
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Motorway vignette required. ÖAMTC roadside assistance: 120.

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Worth the detour from Zirl

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl)

Innsbruck's most famous landmark, a late-Gothic oriel window with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles built for Emperor Maximilian I.

12 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Innsbruck

Alpine capital of Tyrol surrounded by dramatic peaks, with the Golden Roof, imperial palace, and Olympic ski jumps.

12 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Nordkette Mountain

A dramatic 2,334-metre Alpine ridge accessible by cable car directly from Innsbruck's city centre, offering world-class views of the Inn Valley.

12 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Bergisel Ski Jump

A futuristic Zaha Hadid-designed ski jump tower above Innsbruck with a panoramic café offering views over the city and surrounding Alps.

12 km · about 25 min drive

bridge

Europabruecke (Europe Bridge)

The 190 m high, 815 m long motorway bridge carrying the Brenner Autobahn over the Sill gorge south of Innsbruck, for decades Europe's highest bridge and still an icon of Alpine engineering.

14 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Kuehtai Saddle

At 2,017 m one of the highest villages in Austria reached by public road, the Kuehtai saddle links the Oetz and Sellrain valleys with a fast, flowing climb popular with drivers and cyclists.

19 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Hall in Tirol

Ten minutes from Innsbruck yet skipped by nearly everyone, Hall preserves North Tyrol's largest intact medieval old town and the mint at Hasegg Castle that struck the world's first thaler coins.

20 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Partnach Gorge

A thundering 700m gorge near Garmisch with footpaths carved into rock walls beneath crashing waterfalls and ice formations.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Zirl

  • Right hereNordkette MountainA dramatic 2,334-metre Alpine ridge accessible by cable car directly from Innsbruck's city centre, offering world-class views of the Inn Valley.
  • Right hereBergisel Ski JumpA futuristic Zaha Hadid-designed ski jump tower above Innsbruck with a panoramic café offering views over the city and surrounding Alps.
  • Right hereEuropabruecke (Europe Bridge)The 190 m high, 815 m long motorway bridge carrying the Brenner Autobahn over the Sill gorge south of Innsbruck, for decades Europe's highest bridge and still an icon of Alpine engineering.
  • 19 kmKuehtai SaddleAt 2,017 m one of the highest villages in Austria reached by public road, the Kuehtai saddle links the Oetz and Sellrain valleys with a fast, flowing climb popular with drivers and cyclists.
  • 25 kmZugspitzeAt 2,962 metres, the highest peak in Germany offers panoramic views across four countries from its summit platform.
  • 27 kmGarmisch-PartenkirchenA renowned winter sports and mountaineering hub at the foot of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak.

Driving in Austria

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.62/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €12.4 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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3 km awayPop. 2,822

Reith bei Seefeld

🇦🇹 Austria

4 km awayPop. 1,370

Grinzens

🇦🇹 Austria

5 km awayPop. 1,399

Hatting

🇦🇹 Austria

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