Discover the Majestic Großglockner Hochalpenstraße
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße, a scenic alpine road in Austria, ideal for adventure and nature lovers.
The Großglockner Hochalpenstraße is a breathtaking mountain road in Austria, offering stunning views, diverse wildlife, and access to hiking trails. A must-visit for nature lovers and adventure seekers!
A brief summary to Großglockner Hochalpenstraße
- Seidlwinkl 56, Fusch, 5672, AT
- +436546650
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy the serene beauty of the mountains.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit, as conditions can change rapidly in the mountains.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and wildlife along the route.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes if you plan to hike on the trails.
- Stop at the visitor centers for informational displays and local insights.
Getting There
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Car
If you are driving from the center of Hohe Tauern National Park, head towards Fusch an der Großglocknerstraße. From Fusch, follow the signs for the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße. The road is well-marked, and you will need to pay a toll to access the scenic drive. The toll booth is located at the entrance of the road, and the current fee is approximately €38 for a standard car. The road opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 6:45 PM, so plan your visit accordingly.
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Public Transportation
To reach the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße using public transport, take a train to Zell am See. From Zell am See, you can catch a bus to Fusch an der Großglocknerstraße. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive in Fusch, look for the local bus service that operates to the toll station of the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße. Please check the bus schedules in advance as they may vary throughout the day. Again, be mindful that you will need to pay the toll fee of approximately €38 to access the road.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Stausee Margaritze
6.3 km
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Kernzone National Park
6.7 km
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Kleinglockner
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Glorer Hütte
11.3 km
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Karlinger Wasserfall
12.6 km
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Stüdlhütte
12.6 km
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Kaprun Hochgebirgsstauseen - VERBUND Tourismus GmbH
12.7 km
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Kneippanlage Bad Fusch
12.7 km
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Höhenburg Stauseen Kaprun
12.9 km
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Kräuterlehrpfad Mooserboden
13.3 km
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Lärchenwald Glocknerspur
13.3 km
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Wielingerkogel
13.5 km
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Naturschutzgebiet Tauernregion Service Stadion
13.5 km
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Gartl Waterfall
14.0 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Gletscherzunge
0.1 km
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Aussichtsplattform
0.2 km
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Grossglockner High Alpine Road
0.3 km
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Passheiligtum Hochtor
0.5 km
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Mittertörltunnel
1.7 km
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Panoramabahn Grossglockner
2.4 km
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Geologie-Lehrplatz
2.6 km
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Fuscher Lacke
3.0 km
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Oberes Nassfeld
4.3 km
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Edelweißspitze
4.3 km
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Haus Alpine Naturschau
4.4 km
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Allee der Gesteine
4.4 km
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untere Pfandelscharte
4.4 km
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Pfandlschartenkees
4.4 km
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Späherbrünnl
4.5 km
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Essential places to dine
Panorama Restaurant Schareck
2.6 km
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Spatz'l Alm
3.0 km
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Restaurant Fuschertörl
3.7 km
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Restaurant
4.2 km
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Doris Fleißkuchl
4.4 km
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Café-Restaurant Dorfstub'm
5.0 km
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Sporthotel Heiligenblut
5.1 km
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Casa Antica
5.1 km
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Trauneralm
5.4 km
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Karl Volkert Haus
5.6 km
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Landgasthof Hotel Sonnblick
6.1 km
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Selbstbedienungsrestaurant Hoher Sattel
6.4 km
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Panoramarestaurant Kaiser Franz-Josefs-Höhe und Kaiser Franz-Josef-Haus
6.6 km
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Gletscherrestaurant Freiwandeck
6.9 km
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Oldtimer
7.4 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Kiosk Hochtor - Großglockner Hochalpenstraßen AG
0.5 km
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Litzelhofalm
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Agrargemeinschaft Kasereck - Almrestaurant & Bioladen
3.6 km
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Shop Fuscher Törl
3.6 km
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Senger Geschenksboutique
5.0 km
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ADEG Ernst Pichler
5.1 km
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Kaufhäusl
5.1 km
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INTERSPORT Grossglockner
5.1 km
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ADEG Maria & Ernst Pichler
13.5 km
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Minimarkt
15.8 km
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Alpinsport Gratz Gradonna
17.3 km
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RGO Lagerhaus Bau- und Gartenmarkt
17.4 km
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snowskaten.at
17.5 km
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Alpinsport Gratz Shop Talstation Gondelbahn
17.6 km
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Kalser Genusshitte
17.6 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Café Bar Laterndl
5.1 km
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Die Mühle Heiligenblut
5.1 km
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Michl's Bar
17.3 km
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Kalser Eck
17.5 km
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skyline - CAFÉ | BAR | LOUNGE (2.450 m)
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Parasol Apres Sky
17.9 km
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kitz900m Aprés Ski
18.2 km
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Rodelhütte Fallwindes
19.3 km
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FEUERBAR Bad Hofgastein * Terrace * Grill * Après-Ski
21.2 km
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Christl's Alm
21.4 km
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Salettl - Bar Bara
21.5 km
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Pavillon Après-Ski Bar
21.6 km
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Sip and Savour Bar
21.6 km
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Haitzing Fuchsbau Bar
21.6 km
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Aliin BAR
21.6 km
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