Imst combines the city’s history and Easter customs with destinations for nature and leisure activities. This offers different ways to plan a stay: you can explore historical topics, discover traditions associated with Easter, or plan activities in Hoch-Imst. If you are looking for accommodation in Imst, it helps to decide first which focus matters most for your trip.
City History, Nativity Scenes and Mining
The Museum im Ballhaus presents the history of the city of Imst across a broad span of time: from the Urnfield culture through medieval guild life and the bird trade to Baroque and modern art. Those interested in different eras will find topics relating to everyday life and cultural history, as well as art. One particularly tangible exhibit is the Ursuline nativity scene: it dates from 1790 and consists of 239 figures.
The Krippenmuseum Imst features a different kind of nativity scene. Its Lenten nativity scene depicts the Passion of Christ in a vivid and artistic way. The two scenes therefore offer different perspectives: the Ursuline nativity scene is notable for its age and figures, while the Lenten nativity scene depicts the events of the Passion.
Another aspect of local history is the Blaue Grotte (Blue Grotto). It is a tunnel created by historical mining during Roman times. Silver-bearing galena was mined there. In Imst, you can therefore explore mining history as well as the history of the city and its art.
Easter Customs on Several Days
Imst’s Easter customs take place on several dates. Palm Sunday features a competition to build the longest Imst palm frond pole. On Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, the Easter procession follows a route from Johanneskirche via Kalvarienberg to the parish church in the center of Imst. On Easter Monday, the Easter Light Procession marks the end of the Easter celebrations; it leads from the parish church to Johanneskirche.
The distinctive Easter customs draw numerous visitors to Imst’s Kalvarienberg every year. The specific day is therefore important when planning: the palm frond pole competition, the Easter procession and the Light Procession take place at different points during the Easter season. If you would like to experience one of these customs, check the exact event dates before travelling.
Nature and Active Experiences
The Rosengartenschlucht gorge is a natural monument in Imst. The natural lake is in Hoch-Imst and can be reached on foot in just a few minutes from the Imster Bergbahnen car park.
Hoch-Imst is also home to the Alpine Coaster. Its track is 3,535 metres long; a ride takes about nine minutes, covers 500 metres of elevation and reaches speeds of up to 40 km/h. The Alpine Coaster is considered the world’s longest alpine roller coaster.
The Kletterzentrum Imst climbing centre offers indoor and outdoor climbing routes. Courses for beginners are also available there. The necessary climbing equipment, including a helmet and via ferrata set, can be hired. This means climbers have access to different types of routes, courses and the option to hire the specified equipment.
Find Accommodation to Suit Your Trip
For a trip focused on active pursuits, for example, you can compare the indoor and outdoor climbing routes with the Alpine Coaster, whose ride takes about nine minutes. Before an Easter trip, check the exact event dates so that your booking dates match the custom you want to experience.
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