Schwaz Altstadt
Schwaz Altstadt is a city centre in Tyrol organized around medieval streets and historic buildings. The Maria Himmelfahrt church dominates the skyline with its four naves, while the 16th-century Town Hall and the Rabalderhaus exhibition space shape the area's character.
Schwaz became the second-largest city in the Habsburg empire during the Middle Ages through intensive silver mining, which drew hundreds of workers. After mining declined, the city preserved its structures and character from this era.
The name Schwaz reflects its medieval silver mining heritage, which shaped the town's identity and prosperity. Today, locals and visitors move through the narrow streets, pausing at cafes and shops while admiring the preserved facades that connect them to this past.
The old town is compact and pedestrians can easily explore it on foot, with parking available nearby. Franz-Josef-Straße is the main thoroughfare with cafes and shops, from which all key sites are quickly accessible.
The Maria Himmelfahrt church is unusual with four naves instead of the typical two or three, making it unique in Europe. From its tower, surprising views of the town and surrounding mountains come into focus.
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