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Kölnbrein Dam

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    July 30, 2021

    Road cycling

    For the dam panorama, the almost 1200 meters in altitude from Gmünd are definitely worth it. However, the tunnels and motor traffic are annoying - especially when driving downhill: the road surface in the tunnels is sometimes wet and makes braking dangerous on steep gradients.
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    June 10, 2025

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    Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from May to October. Opening hours depend on weather and snow conditions.

    The 14.4-kilometer-long Alpine Road leads through rock-carved tunnels and bends past roaring waterfalls high up to the Kölnbrein Dam.
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    June 10, 2025

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    At the narrowest points of the Malta Hochalmstraße, two traffic lights ensure smooth and safe traffic flow.
    Tip: The first traffic light is located directly at the impressive Maralmbach Falls. The maximum wait time here is 22 minutes. Use this time to experience the spectacular waterfall up close. A waiting time information board on site will show you exactly when the green phase begins – you won't miss a thing!
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    Best Road Cycling Rides to Kölnbrein Dam

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    1. Gmünd Old Town – Kölnbrein Dam loop from Spittal-Millstättersee

    97.3km

    05:29

    2,060m

    2,060m

    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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