Head to the foot of the Bergisel Ski Jump to find the Tirol Panorama, a fascinating exhibit dedicated to a crucial battle in Tirol’s colorful history. Set in a circular room, the panorama is a 360-degree art installation that tells the story of the Third Battle of the Bergisel. The panorama is also attached to the Imperial Infantry Museum, which charts the progress of the Tyrolean army between the 18th and 20th centuries.
In 1809, Tyrolean rebels fought Napoleon’s troops on the slopes of the Bergisel in the very spot where the museum now stands. Discover the story of the battle in a painting that was created in 1896 to celebrate the heroism of Tyrolean forces, housed in a 21st-century museum space.
Marvel at the vast work of art, which is on a curved canvas and covers 10,760 square feet (1,000 square meters) in a complete circle. The circular display room is enhanced by terrain details such as rocks and grass, giving the painting a 3-D feel. Survey the different events that are happening in the painting as you immerse yourself in the milieu of the battle.
Outside of the panorama room, the rest of museum goes into more detail to explain the story. Browse exhibits that cover topics on the wider history of Tirol, including displays on religion and politics in the region. See costumes, vehicles and artworks from throughout Innsbruck’s long history.
Explore the Imperial Infantry Museum, located in an 18th-century villa next to the Panorama Museum. The two buildings are linked by an underground passage. Here, find historical army uniforms, weapons and military memorabilia.
Walk to the Tirol Panorama Museum from the Innsbruck Westbahnhof in under 20 minutes. The museum sits at the bottom of the Bergisel hill and is open 7 days a week throughout the year. Buy a combination ticket for the Tirol Panorama that lets you into the other Tyrolean State Museums, such as the Ferdinandeum.
