This mural at a private home in Lermoos (Tyrol) is showing the probably most famous portrait of the singer Walther von der Vogelweide.
Tag: Tyrol
Pfarrkirche Hl. Katharina in Lermoos
The parish church Hl. Katharina (St. Catherine) is a baroque church dating back to 18th century. Inside there are works by Martin Falbesoner from Nassereith and Giuseppe Gru from Verona. I was especially impressed by the shape of this window which reminded me of a bee.
Coach tour in Lermoos
The coach tour started on a rainy afternoon. Sitting on a coach on a cold day doesn’t sound that cozy but on the other hand they offered an intriguing add-on: There would be a wine tasting. Ok, that sounds heart-warming, doesn’t it?
Lermoos in Tyrol
Lermoos is a municipality in the Austrian state of Tyrol. You find it at the northern border of Tyrol. The photo above shows a view of the mountains nearby taken from the outskirts of Lermoos. The odd sign in the foreground refers to a former ancient Roman boardwalk across the swamp.
Saint Sebastian chapel in Hinterbichl
This chapel stands in Hinterbichl, a subdivision in the municipality of Prägraten am Großvenediger. The chapel dates back to 1710. For fans of sundials, it offers an elaborate piece.
Islitzer Mill in Prägraten
An impressive place in Prägraten am Großvenediger is this mill called Islitzer Mühle. The mill driven by the power of the Islitzbach is still operating and open for public.
Ortnerhof in Prägraten
Today, I’m a guest of Hotel Ortnerhof in Prägraten am Großvenediger. I look forward to learning about Western-style riding and walking along the beautiful Virgen Valley (Virgental).
Infopoint about Brenner Base Tunnel
It is a fascinating place to spend your wait at the railway station of Innsbruck: The info point about the Brenner Base Tunnel.
Innsbruck Central Station in Tyrol
The 8th day of my InterRail trip ended in Innsbruck. The idea to travel from the Baltic Sea to the Alps was implemented. By the way the two artworks at the railway station were created by Max Weiler.
Public art by Max Weiler at Innsbruck railway station
At Innsbruck central station (Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof), I had a look at this public art by Max Weiler. The depicted man at the right edge of the painting represents an important person in the history of Innsbruck. It is Emperor Maximilian I.
Peacock at the ticket shop of Schloss Ambras
While visiting Schloss Ambras (Ambras Castle) in Innsbruck, I came across this peacock. The beautiful bird walked confidently into the ticket shop of the castle. I wonder what he did there? Any ideas?
Mandarin Duck at Ambras Castle
While walking on the grounds of Ambras Castle (Schloss Ambras), I came across this Mandarin Duck. I love these animals for their colours and elegance.