"Willkommen in Schwaz - Tirol" Schwaz by yumyum

Schwaz Travel Guide: 18 reviews and 36 photos

Schwaz is one of the oldest towns in Austria. Quite a few buildings are from the 16th century.

The fame came from the silver pits. In the old days it was the biggest silver town in the world.

There are things to be seen than I have tips for as I was only a very short time in this town.

Steinbrücke

The city lies on the Inn river.

The flag of Schwaz.

Pros and Cons

Pros:pretty and interesting
Cons:none noticed
In a nutshell:a must see if you spend your vacation in Tirol

Last visit to Schwaz: Jul 2004
Intro Updated Jul 27, 2004
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Reviews (7)

Rathaus Things to Do (6)

This lovely building is on the corner of Stadtplatz and also contains the tourist office. more travel advice

Historical Hotel Post Things to Do (6)

This old building is very much in decay and may be ripped down soon. On the outside wall you can read what famous people... more travel advice

Cloister outside the Pfarrkirche Things to Do (6)

This cloister that goes along two sides of the park has lots of grave plates on the walls. The garden itself used to be... more travel advice

Castle Freundsberg Things to Do (6)

It was first mentioned in 1128. The adjoing church was only built in 1634. There is a museum in the tower. Open April... more travel advice

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Comments (12)

Maryimelda May 15, 2012 at 9:54 PM Report Abuse

Hi sonja. this town looks lovely. Would love to see it one day. Regards, Kate.
Toshioohsako Jan 5, 2009 at 1:19 PM Report Abuse

Schwarts seems a wonderful place. i must visit some time. Thanks for your comments on Dakar and Hughada. I enjoyed in El Gouna.I am in hamburg now working for a few days. Very cold and humid.
Herwig1961 Jan 2, 2009 at 6:43 AM Report Abuse

Hope that you had a good start to the new year and a good time in Kufstein!Greetings
MalenaN Mar 28, 2008 at 11:58 PM Report Abuse

Looks like a lovely little town. One day I would like to travel around in Tirol.
y2ketan2007 Oct 27, 2007 at 1:08 AM Report Abuse

Another beautiful town in Austria.God, how I love this little country.Am back there in April 08 to meet my friends and continue exploring the rest of Europe.
globetrott Oct 15, 2007 at 11:18 AM Report Abuse

an interesting castle, a great church and cloister, that is a good tip for my next time in Tirol !
Kuznetsov_Sergey Sep 18, 2007 at 10:51 AM Report Abuse

One more wonderful Castle - Freundsberg and beautiful place to visit. I hope it will happen by chance... Thanks Sonja for sharing!
themajor Feb 16, 2007 at 8:29 AM Report Abuse

Looks delightful! Isn't it marvellous how Tourist Offices close at busy times when they're likely to be needed most? here in the UK, the you get the worst provision for public transport on a Sunday when most people have the day off and might use it!
matcrazy1 Feb 5, 2007 at 4:38 AM Report Abuse

Nice little town with lovely old architecture, I see. Thanks for sharing.
HORSCHECK Oct 17, 2006 at 12:28 PM Report Abuse

Hmm, you have been to some places, I haven't even heard of. But as it is one of the oldest Austrian towns I should put it on my list ... :o)