Panoramic Road trips
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Royal tour
around the Grossglockner High Alpine RoadThis exquisite tour around Austria’s highest mountain leads through three federal states and is accompanied throughout by the largest protected natural area in the Alps – Hohe Tauern National Park.
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Enjoy the view!
Road trip highlights and route information
The Grossglockner King’s Tour can be driven flexibly in both directions: starting either in Bruck/Fusch on the Grossglockner Road with Heiligenblut as the destination – or the other way around. Depending on where you begin, the route first takes you along the legendary Grossglockner High Alpine Road. It then continues via Fusch, Zell am See and the Salzach Valley to Mittersill, before heading along the Felbertauern Road to East Tyrol. Via Lienz, the Pustertal High Road, the Gailberg Saddle and the Iselsberg, the circular route ends in the Möll Valley near Winklern – a tour full of driving pleasure and Alpine fascination.
Highlights along the route
- Edelweiss Peak
The highest point of the road, offering a 360° panoramic view of 30 three-thousand-metre peaks. - Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe
At eye level with Austria’s highest mountain and the longest glacier in the Eastern Alps. - Schöneck stopover
New exhibition for the senses – Glocknerwiese Experience World. - Mountaineering village of Heiligenblut
Gothic St. Vincent’s Church and the House of Ibexes.
- National Park Worlds Hohe Tauern, Mittersill
360° panoramic film. - Krimml Waterfalls – Worlds of Water
Experience the fascination of water right next to Europe’s largest waterfalls. A detour via the Gerlos Alpine Road is also well worth it. - Bruck-Fusch on the Grossglockner Road
Romantic places to linger. - Dolomite town of Lienz
Historic old town centre.
Tour details
- Route length: approx. 320 kilometres
- Driving time: approx. six hours
- By car: magnificent driving pleasure on very well-developed roads.
- By motorcycle: for the Glockner stage, a basic level of fitness and some mountain experience are an advantage; with preparation, it is also manageable for beginners. Due to the differences in altitude, warm, weatherproof clothing is recommended.
- Highest point: Edelweiss Peak, 2,571 metres.
- Special feature of the tour: the Grossglockner High Alpine Road is considered one of Europe’s most beautiful panoramic roads for good reason. Discounted round-trip ticket.
- Valley towns: Fusch an der Grossglocknerstraße, Salzburg; Heiligenblut am Grossglockner, Carinthia
- Contact: Ferleiten toll and information point, T. +43 (0)6546 / 650
Heiligenblut toll station, T. +43 (0)4824 / 2212 - Exhibition opening hours: Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe Visitor Centre daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; all other exhibitions from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
In the event of breakdowns on the roads, please contact our information and toll stations. Roadside assistance is available via ÖAMTC: Tel. 120 – www.oeamtc.at or ARBÖ: Tel. 123 – www.arboe.at. Short-term road closures due to bad weather can be requested by phone or found on our website grossglockner.at.
6-Pass-Tour
via Gerlos Pass
This tour across six mountain passes is packed with scenic, cultural and historical highlights. Hidden gems, churches, towns and museums, as well as impressive natural forces such as Europe’s largest waterfalls, lie along the way. The crowning finale is the Gerlos Alpine Road.
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The tour begins on the Grossglockner High Alpine Road with an overnight stay on the Edelweiss Peak or at the Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe. After sunrise, the route descends into the Fusch Valley, continues through the Salzach Valley to Mittersill and over Pass Thurn towards Kitzbühel. Via St. Johann, Fieberbrunn, Saalfelden, Lofer and numerous winding passes, the circular route leads back to Tyrol. It continues through the Brixental Valley, the Inn Valley and into the Zillertal, with its impressive landscapes and wide panoramic views. The highlight at the end is the Gerlos Alpine Road with sweeping curves, the Durlaßboden Reservoir and the Krimml Waterfalls, before the route returns via Mittersill to the Grossglockner High Alpine Road.
Highlights along the route
- View of the Krimml Waterfalls
Ideal for a first overview and beautiful photos. - Relaxed walk
Around the Durlaßboden Reservoir. - Gerlos Pass viewing tower
An impressive panoramic stop with wide views. - Kitzbühel
Stroll through the historic town centre and then stop off at the Sonnbergstube with Rosi.
- Pilgrimage church
A peaceful break at the Baroque pilgrimage church Maria Kirchenthal near St. Martin bei Lofer. - Krimml Worlds of Water
Play, experiment and marvel – all centred around the element of water. The waterfall centre is ideal for a break along the way, including coffee or a small refreshment. - Krimml Waterfalls
Europe’s largest waterfalls – powerful masses of water and wonderful photo spots along the route.
Tour Details
- Route length: approx. 420 kilometres
- Driving time: approx. eight hours
- By car: apart from the partly somewhat narrow Zillertal High Road, the entire tour is excellent to drive.
- By motorcycle: pure scenic enjoyment; most of the route follows well-developed roads. The crossing of the Glockner Road and the Zillertal High Road require some mountain experience.
- Special feature of the tour: the harmonious and scenically unique Gerlos Alpine Road.
- Valley towns: Krimml, Salzburg; Zell am Ziller, Tyrol
- Contact: Gerlos toll station, T. +43 (0)6564 / 7261 | Krimml WasserWelten, T. +43 (0)6564 / 20113
- Opening hours of Krimml Worlds of Water: open daily from 1 May to 27 October, extension depending on weather conditions, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; last admission at 4:30 p.m.
In the event of breakdowns on the roads, please contact our information and toll stations. Roadside assistance is available via ÖAMTC: Tel. 120 – www.oeamtc.at or ARBÖ: Tel. 123 – www.arboe.at. Short-term road closures due to bad weather can be requested by phone or found on our website gerlosstrasse.at.
Nocky Mountains
Road trip on the Nockalm RoadOn this tour, starting from the Möll Valley, we cruise through the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Nockberge, where numerous Alpine huts and inns invite us to enjoy Carinthian hospitality. Via the Lungau region, we reach Salzburg’s well-known winter sports resorts and then have a choice of two options for the return journey.
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Windebensee
Road trip highlights and route information
We leave the Glockner region via the B 107 through the Möll Valley heading south. Gentle curves follow the river, accompanied by the three-thousand-metre peaks of the Hohe Tauern and the Kreuzeck Group. Passing Winklern, Obervellach, Falkenstein and Groppenstein castles as well as Porcia Castle in Spittal, we reach Lake Millstatt and Gmünd via Seeboden. The highlight begins in Kremsbrücke: the approximately 34-kilometre-long Nockalm Road in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, with 52 bends, Alpine pastures and exhibitions. The highest point is the Eisentalhöhe at 2,042 metres. The route continues via Turracher Höhe, the Mur Valley and Obertauern to Dienten and into the Salzach Valley. For the return journey, two options are available: via Bruck to the Grossglockner Road or through the Gastein Valley with the Tauern motorail.
Highlights along the route
- Nockalmhof Biosphere Park Centre
Fossil finds, 3D cinema and a cosy stopover. - Grundalm – Silva Magica
Barrier-free circular trail and the exhibition “Trees as Survival Artists”. - Windebensee nature trail
Relaxed walk around the idyllic lake. - Culinary delights along the Nockalm Road
Numerous huts and mountain inns invite visitors to stop and enjoy.
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Nockberge
Habitat for wild animals and plants. Living and working in harmony with nature. - Bad Gastein
A visit to the Monte Carlo of the Alps. - St. Johann im Pongau
The Pongau Cathedral – landmark of this pretty town. - Mauterndorf
Visit to the historic adventure castle.
Tour Details
- Route length: Option 1 via Bruck an der Grossglocknerstraße: approx. 330 km. Option 2 through the Gastein Valley and the Tauern motorail: approx. 360 km.
- Driving time: approx. seven to eight hours
- Character: a true pleasure tour on well-developed roads, excellent to drive for both car and motorcycle travellers. Due to the high density of bends, a little stamina is recommended.
- Highest point: Eisentalhöhe, Nockalm Road, 2,042 m.
- Special feature of the tour: the unique Nockalm Road, wonderfully removed from the rest of the world.
- Valley towns: Innerkrems, Ebene Reichenau, both Carinthia
- Contact: Innerkrems toll station, T. +43 (0)4736 / 265
Ebene Reichenau toll station, T. +43 (0)4275 / 7494
In the event of breakdowns on the roads, please contact our information and toll stations. Roadside assistance is available via ÖAMTC: Tel. 120 – www.oeamtc.at or ARBÖ: Tel. 123 – www.arboe.at. Short-term road closures due to bad weather can be requested by phone or found on our website nockalmstrasse.at.
Curve Adventure
in the Three-Country Corner
This varied cross-border tour leads over steep Alpine passes southwards to the Italian province of Udine. In the picturesque Carinthian lake district, the Villach Alpine Road opens up magnificent views of Austria, Italy and Slovenia.
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From Heiligenblut, the route follows the B 107 south towards Lienz, then continues relaxed along the B 100 through the Drau Valley. After Oberdrauburg, the curve-filled driving fun begins with the Gailberg Pass and Plöcken Pass all the way to Italy. Harmonious road design, little traffic and views of the Carnic Alps characterise this section. Via Paluzza, Tolmezzo and the Sella di Cereschiatis, the Nassfeld Pass follows as the driving challenge of the route. Back in Carinthia, the route leads via Villach onto the Villach Alpine Road, with panoramic views of lakes and mountains. Via Windische Höhe, the Gail Valley and Kreuzberg Saddle, it finally returns to the Drau Valley and over the Iselsberg back to the Glockner region.
Highlights along the route
- Skywalk Rote Wand
Free-floating viewing platform with views of the Karawanken and Julian Alps. - Rosstratte
Barrier-free geological trail, “Sonnenwege” observation station, playground and gastronomy. - Alpine Garden
Across 10,000 m², 800 Alpine plants from three climate zones can be discovered.
- Espresso enjoyment
Enjoy a real espresso where it truly belongs – in Italy. - Bird of Prey Park
Unique in Europe: spectacular birds of prey experiences at Landskron Castle. - Villach old town
Southern flair and cafés along the Drau. - Plöcken Pass
The open-air museum 1915–1918 at Plöcken Pass is the largest of its kind in the world.
Tour Details
- Route length: approx. 410 kilometres
- Driving time: approx. eight hours
- Character: varied tour with different levels of difficulty. By car: apart from a few sometimes rather narrow pass roads, excellent to drive.
- By motorcycle: the southern side of the Nassfeld Pass requires confident vehicle control; otherwise, pure driving pleasure.
- Highest point: Rosstratte rest area, 1,732 m
- Special feature of the tour: the Rosstratte on the Villach Alpine Road with relaxation loungers, stone monoliths, a Nebra sky disc and a sundial.
- Valley town: Villach-Möltschach, Carinthia
- Contact: Möltschach toll station, T. +43 (0)4242 / 55309
In the event of breakdowns on the roads, please contact our information and toll stations. Roadside assistance is available via ÖAMTC: Tel. 120 – www.oeamtc.at or ARBÖ: Tel. 123 – www.arboe.at. Short-term road closures due to bad weather can be requested by phone or found on our website villacher-alpenstrasse.at.
Moments of pleasure with a view As varied as the landscapes and experiences along the panoramic roads are, so too is the culinary offering with which visitors are treated at the gastronomic establishments along all tours.
All that remains is for you to decide what you are in the mood for: craving an excellent Kaiserschmarren? In the mood for delicious Carinthian Kasnudeln? Cake and coffee with a view of 30 three-thousand-metre peaks? From bistros, huts, inns and restaurants, there is something to suit every taste. We wish you “An Guadn!” – enjoy your meal!
Trip tip
For everyone staying overnight in one of the hospitality establishments along the panoramic roads: one day ticket for the drive to your accommodation is enough. You do not have to pay anything extra when leaving – even after a longer stay.
Inspiration für mehrere Tage
Panoramic Road trip
amazing views!
Start in Bruck or Fusch and plan a full day for the Grossglockner High Alpine Road. Heiligenblut is an ideal place for an overnight stay.
National Park Worlds
Felbertauern & Mittersill
If you would like to extend the circular route: travel from Heiligenblut via Lienz and on to Krimml. Krimml is a lovely place for an overnight stay – and is known for its particularly beneficial climate, which can help relieve the respiratory tract.
Unique experiences
A full day is recommended for the Nockalm Road – with stops to enjoy the scenery and to stop off at huts and mountain inns. Bad Kleinkirchheim is a good place for the next overnight stage. To finish, the Villach Alpine Road awaits in the Dobratsch Nature Park: viewpoints with views of the Karawanken as well as the Julian and Carnic Alps, plus a visit to the Skywalk high above the rockslide area.
Erleben – Staunen – Mitmachen
Direkt neben den größten Wasserfällen Europas laden die Krimmler WasserWelten auf über 6.000 m² mit 25 interaktiven Stationen zum Entdecken ein. Ob Familien, Naturbegeisterte oder Wissensdurstige – hier erlebt man Wasser auf neue, faszinierende Weise. Der kleine Wassertropfen „Wassili“ führt charmant durch die Erlebniswelt und vermittelt spielerisch Wissen.
