The Top 20 Mountain Passes in the High Tauern
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the High Tauern and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 7, 2025
The highest point on the Grossglockner High Alpine Road. Fantastic view but also a lot of wind. Up here, you should always be prepared for any kind of weather.
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Modern museum of ecology in the high mountains, Murmi show and exhibitions, plant path "World of lichens in high mountains", shop and bistro. (Grossglockner.at)
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Of course, the Hochtor of Heiligenblut is a "must" for every pass collector. Well-developed route, magnificent views of the Grossglockner massif - wonderful!
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In winter it is ideal for skiing, as there is a so-called snow guarantee well into spring. Due to the altitude, it is usually guaranteed. An idyllic spot for hiking both in winter and in summer.
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A good place to take a deep breath before heading to the Spielmann.
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you should definitely take the Edelweißspitze with you when you are up here
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At 2,958 meters, the Zopetscharte in the Venediger Group in East Tyrol marks the highest point of the entire Venediger Höhenweg, which connects the alpine bases on the south side …
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In the Alpine region, the Großglockner High Alpine Road is certainly the most impressive. A constant increase of 10% over 1,300 vertical meters directs the ambitious friend of 2 tires …
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The mountaineering village of Prägraten on the Großvenediger in East Tyrol is now the 30th time our vacation home for our mountain vacation. The place is located in the Virgen …
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A beautiful stage through one of the most impressive regions Austria has to offer. The climb of approximately 1,200 meters takes a while, but the diverse scenery never gets boring, even in cloudy weather.
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