Pfons Postcodes: 6143 | Innsbruck-Land, Tirol

Key Facts

Pfons is a municipality in the Innsbruck-Land district of Tyrol, Austria. Located in the Wipptal valley along the Brenner Pass route, Pfons sits at an elevation of approximately 1,040 meters above sea level in the central part of the district, about 30 kilometers south of the state capital Innsbruck. The municipality covers an area of 21.7 square kilometers and has a population of around 1,200 residents. Pfons is characterized by its alpine landscape, with the Wipptal valley floor providing the main settlement area while surrounding mountains rise to over 2,500 meters. The municipality is divided into several small villages and hamlets, with the main settlement concentrated along the Brenner Road (B182) and near the Pfons-Brenner railway station. Historically, Pfons has been an important transit point due to its location on the ancient trade route across the Alps, and today it serves as both a residential community and a base for tourism activities, particularly hiking and skiing in the surrounding Stubai Alps. The municipality maintains its traditional Tyrolean character while adapting to modern needs, with local services including schools, shops, and accommodation facilities catering to both residents and visitors exploring this scenic alpine region.

Neighboring Regions

• Matrei am Brenner
• Mühlbachl
• Gries am Brenner
• Navis