How to Alpbach

Alpbach provides the unique atmosphere of the Forum. Enjoy comfortable mobility, services and leisure opportunities throughout the Alpbachtal!

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The World in the Village

The village of Alpbach in Tyrol has been name-giving and hosting the European Forum Alpbach event since 1945. Set in the midst of the Tyrolean Alps in Austria, this mountain village vibrates a unique and inspirational atmosphere far away from the stress of the big city. In addition to its exciting schedule, the Forum invites you to slow down and recharge in the Alpbach Valley. The picturesque scenery is characteristic to the Forum: Unconventional formats like Hikes spark ideas that go beyond the usual ways of thinking. The Alpine surroundings invite the participants to engage in direct and open discourse, casually creating networks while at the same time having the chance to relax. This setting makes the European Forum Alpbach a one-of-a-kind experience for the thought-leaders and key actors of Europe. Alpbach combines brilliant minds and breathtaking nature. Find more details about activities in and around Alpbach on the website of Alpbach Tourism.

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Travel to Alpbach

By Train and Bus

Public Transport is the most convenient and sustainable way to reach Alpbach.

We recommend you plan and book your journey with our mobility partner ÖBB, the Austrian Federal Railways: Together with our partner we expand the regional transport in the Alpbach area which makes travelling to Alpbach easy and quick.

The Journey: The most accessible train routes to Alpbach go via Wörgl and Jenbach in Tyrol. Both stations are barrier-free and well connected to Alpbach.

Take the direct Shuttle Bus (Red Line) from Wörgl Station to Alpbach.

Regional Train and Bus go from:

  • Wörgl to Brixlegg (regional train)
  • Jenbach to Brixlegg (bus line 602)
  • Brixlegg to Alpbach (bus line 620 or shuttle bus (Red Line)).

At all train stations, you will find the bus stop for all lines in the direction of Alpbach in front of the station. For the Congress Centrum Alpbach, get off at the bus stop “Alpbach Böglerhof/CCA”. Travelling with the regional bus lines is free of charge with your EFA ticket and/or confirmation of your accommodation reservation.

By Car

Take the A12 Inntal motorway to the Kramsach/Alpbachtal exit. From there, it is approximately 9 km via Brixlegg to the village centre of Alpbach.

Parking facilities near the Congress Centrum Alpbach (CCA) are limited. Therefore, we recommend using the car park at the entrance of the village (just before the Supermarket “SPAR”) or at best leave your car at your accommodation.

CCA Underground Garage:
Please note that the underground garage at the CCA will be closed during the Opening Days and on the Tyrol Day. Additional closures may occur, especially during visits by high-level delegations. We will provide an update on closure dates in July. The garage is not free of charge.

You can find charging stations for E-Cars:

  • in the village centre opposite Hotel Böglerhof
  • near the firefighter station across from the SPAR supermarket.

You can find more information on charging stations in Alpbach here: Electromobility in the Alpbachtal I Tyrol

By Plane

The European Forum Alpbach is a certified “green meeting”. We strongly encourage participants to choose their transportation accordingly and abstain from flights.

Innsbruck Airport (INN), Austria

The nearest airport is located at Innsbruck (approx. 60 km from Alpbach).

How to get from Innsbruck Airport to Alpbach:

  1. Take Bus F to Innsbruck Main Station. The bus runs every 15 to 30 minutes, and the ride takes approx. 15 minutes.
  2. At Innsbruck Main Station, take a train to Wörgl, Brixlegg, or Jenbach (30–50 minutes travel time).
  3. For connections from Wörgl, Brixlegg and Jenbach see above “By Train and Bus”.

From Munich Airport (MUC):

  1. Take the S-Bahn S8 to Munich East Station (approx. 30 minutes)
  2. At Munich East Station, take a direct IC or EC train to Wörgl (approx. 1.5–2 hours)
  3. From Wörgl: See “By Train and Bus” for connections.

Accommodation and Childcare

After having registered successfully, every European Forum Alpbach participant will receive a confirmation and a link to the room reservation platform. This central platform was created especially for guests of the Forum by the European Forum Alpbach, Alpbach Tourismus GmbH and the local providers. The room reservation centre uses the entire range of rooms from the Alpbachtal region available to the European Forum Alpbach. All accommodations can be reached easily by public transport.

Please note that you can only book a room via the room reservation centre after you have registered for the European Forum Alpbach!

We offer child care with a varied programme for children (ages 2-10) of contributors, available daily during the Forum from 8.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. A limited number of spots will also be available for children of participants. If you're interested in registering your child, please contact childcare@alpbach.org in advance.

Transportation during the event

As its main venue, the Congress Centrum Alpbach is located in the centre of the Alpbach village and is easily accessible by public transport: The bus stop Alpbach Böglerhof/CCA brings you right next to the Congress Centrum Alpbach, Number 246, 6236 Alpbach.

We aim to provide a comfortable and fast journey between the accommodation and the Congress Centrum for all participants. For this reason, together with our mobility partner ÖBB, we have supplemented and condensed the mobility offers from 19 August to 2 September 2023 in the Alpbach region:

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Shuttle

In addition to the regular bus lines, a free transfer is running several times a day on the route Wörgl–Brixlegg–Reith–Alpbach–Inneralpbach to the Congress Centrum Alpbach in cooperation with the ÖBB.

All bus lines are free of charge with your EFA ticket and/or confirmation of your accommodation reservation. The ÖBB-App "Scotty" contains all regular and extra mobility offers during the time of the Forum.

Free Shuttle Taxis

For accommodations that are not within walking distance of the shuttle bus (Red Line) or the regular line 620, we offer free shuttle taxis in cooperation with local companies. These taxis connect guests to/from the nearest train station Brixlegg or bus stop Reith Gemeindeamt.

Please book your reservation at least 45 minutes in advance, or 24 hours ahead on peak travel days (23, 26 and 29 August). Show your event badge to the driver.

Providers for Jenbach, Münster, Kramsach, Breitenbach, Strass i.Z., St. Gertraudi, Briylegg, Rattenberg, Rafeld, Kundl, Wörgl:

Providers for Reith:

Shared Taxis

Shared taxis are available from/to your accommodation and the CCA at discounted rates.

Important Notes:

  • These run as shared rides to qualify for the special rate.
  • Reserve at least 45 minutes before the preferred departure.
  • Show your event badge to claim the discount.

Telefon Taxi Moser: +43 5336 5616 oder +43 664 315 2300

Booking:
Special rates (one-way trip/group price per person):

  • Alpbach <-> Inneralpbach = EUR 16.00 / EUR 8.00 per person
  • Alpbach <-> Reith = EUR 24.00 / EUR 12.00 per person
  • Alpbach <-> Brixlegg = EUR 25.00 / EUR 15.00 per person
  • Alpbach <-> Radfeld/Rattenberg = EUR 30.00 / EUR 17.00 per person
  • Alpbach <-> Kramsach = EUR 30.00 / EUR 17.00 per person

If you need an accessible taxi and/or more information about accessibility at the European Forum Alpbach, please contact Barbara Runggaldier. You can find her contact details here: Accessibility.

Regular Taxis

The following taxi companies offer their service to participants of the European Forum Alpbach:

Bus- und Taxiunternehmen Gabriel Moser e.U.
Telefon: +43 5336 5616 or +43 664 315 2300
Email: taxi@autoreisen-moser.at

Mein Taxi Tirol – Brixlegg
Telefon: +43 676 88 65 65 100 or +43 5332 71718
Email: business@meintaxi-tirol.com

Airportservice Tirol – Wörgl
Email: info@airportservice-tirol.com