Alpinarium Galtür

In February 1999, Galtür was struck by a devastating avalanche. Shortly afterwards, the construction of a comprehensive avalanche defence system began. The "Alpinarium" interactive museum is a central part of this 345-metre-long and 19-metre-high protective wall, for which an impressive 700,000 kg of steel were used. A memorial room, which commemorates the victims of the avalanche disaster on February 23, 1999, was also integrated into the structure. The combination of exhibition space and protective wall makes this structure unique.

The exhibition familiarises you with the dynamics of the mountain world through changing thematic focuses. It presents topics such as the formation of the Alps, the climate, precipitation, avalanches and their effects on people in an informative way. A separate area, the "Memento" memorial room, impressively documents the event of 1999. In the cinema, you can learn more about how this avalanche occurred and how it changed people's lives.

The permanent exhibition "AT THE VERY TOP - Stories about Galtür and the world" deals with Galtür's position in relation to the rest of the world. In 2025, it was expanded to include the exhibition section "Cheese for Marienberg". For several decades, the farmers of Galtür were obliged to pay tributes to the Lords of Tarasp and to the Monte Maria, or Marienberg, Abbey in present-day South Tyrol, as they owned large estates in Galtür, Mathon and Ischgl.

The tributes - cheese, hides and later money - were delivered in person, which made the journey on foot along the "Zinsweg" (Tribute Path) arduous. The Alpinarium also includes an indoor climbing wall and a viewing platform with a 360-degree panoramic view of the surrounding mountains, such as the Gorfenspitze and Ballunspitze. Additionally, the "Frozen Water" café serves regional specialities. A good reason to visit if you are spending your holiday in the region! The Alpinarium is a recipient of the Austrian Museum Quality Seal.