Hohe Tauern

Discover the top attractions, hiking trails and things to do in the Hohe Tauern National Park - which is Austria's most popular tourist destination.

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Haslacher Waterfall (Schleierfall), South Tyrol

November 24th, 2023

The 40-meter-high Schleierfall waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in South Tyrol. The waterfall, accessible by hiking, is a graceful cascade resembling a veil. The hiking route is fabulous, with breathtaking views of the surrounding Alps and the Grossglockner (since you're in its southern part). If you come here in summer, expect a higher water flow and a thick, powerful waterfall. By the way, the waterfall comes from the Staniskabach. ❗Attention! The waterfall has several names.

Alpe Adria Trail - Details: Stages, Cycling Route ...

November 15th, 2023

The 720-kilometre Alpe-Adria Trail is a long-distance hiking trail that stretches from the Grossglockner mountain in Austria through Slovenia and ends at the Adriatic Sea in Italy. It covers approximately 448 miles and passes through diverse landscapes, including alpine regions, forests, lakes, and cultural heritage sites. The trail allows hikers to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Alps, the Julian Alps, and the Karst region as it traverses through three countries. It

Heiligenblut - Attractions and Things to see

October 7th, 2023

Heiligenblut is a picturesque town in the state of Carinthia, in the southern part of Austria. It is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and proximity to the Grossglockner (3798 m), Austria's highest mountain. It is called the "Gateway to the Grossglockner" due to its location. The town and its vicinity are a popular destination for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts. The town is surrounded by breathtaking Alpine scenery, making it a favourite destination for hikers, skiers, and climbers.

Ankogel (3254 m) - Climbing routes, Ankogelbahn, huts ...

November 23rd, 2022

One of the best-known attractions of the Hohe Tauern National Park is the Ankogel range (and peak), a Mecca for climbers. The mountain is one of the popular destinations for climbers who have "outgrown" the 2,000-meter mountains and want to jump a level. If you are flirting with the idea of climbing the friendly Ankogel, I recommend our current article to your attention. You can gain a lot of experience and practice on relatively easy terrain so that, in the meantime, you will enjoy a dazzling

Grossglockner (3798 m) Austria - Climbing routes, huts ...

November 16th, 2022

Austria's highest peak, the Grossglockner, is one of the most famous peaks among climbers. The mountain group, located not far from Ankogel and the Krimml waterfall, is one of the jewels of the Hohe Tauern National Park. If you have been planning to climb the Grossglockner for a long time, now you will find all the essential information to make your summit attack successful! If you're hearing about it for the first time but love mountain adventures and are interested in climbing, then by the en

Bad Gastein, Austria - Top 3 Attractions

September 5th, 2022

You will find Bad Gastein in the Hohe Tauern National Park, south of Salzburg. The Austrian spa and ski paradise is a gem in all seasons. Built on a steep, forest-covered slope, the town is between the Grossglockner and the Ankogel mountains. One of the most beautiful cities in the Austrian Alps. It is home to 4,000 people who mainly sustain themselves from tourism. The name "Bad" means "spa," which reflects the history of the city's spa. The local Heilstollen (literally “healing tunnel”) owes

Krimml Waterfall 2023 - Map, parking, details ...

June 23rd, 2020

You don't need to travel to Iceland, or Canada, to find "those" huge and amazing waterfalls. You only need to go to Austria. Krimml waterfall (Krimmler Wasserfälle) is located at the edge of the Western part of Salzburg, Austria - humbly in the heart of Europe. You can find the Grossglockner and Zillertal within an hour or so. This giant fall is Europe's highest waterfall - and for many, it's also the most spectacular. Let's see why! It's good to know that the hiking route to the waterfall is c

Climbing Wiesbachhorn (3564 m) Guide - Routes, accommodation, parking ...

January 29th, 2018

For a stunning view of the dazzling Grosses Wiesbachhorn, you must travel to Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria. The 3564-meter-high mountain is the 3rd highest point in the Hohe Tauern mountain range. Today we know that the largest peak is the Grossglockner (3798 m), but it has long been believed that the giant now unveiled is the largest gem of the Tauern. The mountain, which has almost perfect proportions, is the main peak of the mountain range here; none of the surrounding mountains can bea