High Tauern National Park

Home to the highest peak in Austria Grossglockner

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High Tauern National Park is an alpine wonderland. Located in the heart of the Austrian Alps, it is a paradise for nature lovers, boasting stunning mountain views, glaciers, and more than 1,800 species of wildlife. Hike through the majestic landscapes, explore the many caves and gorges, or hike the network of trails. For the ultimate adventure, try skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and snowkiting. High Tauern is also home to several lakes, including the world’s highest glacial lake, Lake Kölnbrein. Make sure you take a dip in the crisp, clear waters! And don’t forget to sample the local delicacies: Kaiserschmarrn, a traditional pancake-like dessert, and Kletzenbrot, a type of fruit bread.

Average temperatures during the day in High Tauern National Park.

December

-2°

Jan

-3°

Feb

-2°

Mar

1°

Apr

3°

May

8°

Jun

10°

Jul

13°

Aug

13°

Sep

10°

Oct

7°

Nov

2°

Average temperatures during the day in High Tauern National Park.

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Home to the highest peak in Austria - Grossglockner

Located in the Austrian Alps, Hohe Tauern National Park is the largest protected area in Austria. The park covers an area of 1,856 square kilometers and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including golden eagles, chamois, and ibex. Visitors can explore the park's many hiking trails, which offer stunning views of the high alpine landscape, or take a guided tour to learn more about the park's flora and fauna. The park also features several visitor centers and educational facilities, as well as a network of alpine huts where visitors can stay overnight.

The park’s altitude ranges from valley floors to the peaks of towering three-thousand-meter mountains, hosting an extraordinary variety of biodiversity. The highest peak in Austria is to be found within the park, Grossglockner reaches a height of 12,461 feet (3,798 m), you have the perfect view over the peak if you drive (or bike all to the top of the Grossglockner High Alpine Road. On the south side of the peak you have the beautiful village Heiligen blut. The administration of the park has made it its mission to safeguard this distinctive ecosystem, conduct research on it, and impart this knowledge to forthcoming generations.

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