Driving the Scenic Kalser Glocknerstrasse in Tyrol

Located in the Austrian state of Tyrol, the Kals Glockner Road (Kalser Glocknerstraße) is a very scenic journey through many hairpin bends. It’s one of the most scenic Austrian Alpine roads.

Kalser Glocknerstraße

Where is the Kalser Glocknerstrasse?

The road is located in the southwestern part of the country, within the Hohe Tauern National Park.

How Long is the Kalser Glocknerstrasse?

The well-maintained mountain road is totally paved. It’s about 7km (4.34 miles) long and comprises numerous bends, running through forests and past lush meadows. It is also suitable for buses.

Where Does the Kalser Glocknerstrasse Start and End?

The toll road links the hamlet of Kals/Burg and the car park of Lucknerhaus Lodge. The road starts in Burg (district of Kals) and takes you into the picturesque Ködnitz Valley to the end of the road, at a car park at the "Glocknerwinkel." Starting in Burg at around 1,400 meters, the sporty tour ends at the serviced Lucknerhaus at 1,920 meters above sea level.

Is the Kalser Glocknerstrasse Open in Winter?

The road is open year-round, but winter driving equipment is absolutely necessary during the winter.

Is the Kalser Glocknerstrasse Worth the Drive?

Along the way, the drive offers views of glacier-carved valleys, daunting peak summits, and wild and rugged countryside. The spectacular views of the Großglockner, at 3,798m—Austria’s highest mountain—are the culmination of a memorable drive.

 

 

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