🌎 Austria 🇦🇹
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📍 Grossglockner
✈️ Salzburg Airport (SZG)
🚗 141.9 KM
⏱️ 2 hours, 28 minutes
The Grossglockner High Alpine Road is a scenic mountain road in Austria, offering breathtaking views of the country's highest mountain, the Grossglockner. It is generally open from early May to late October or early November, depending on snow conditions, with seasonal closures outside these months. The road is accessible by car, motorcycle, and bus, although some sections may be challenging for those with mobility issues due to steep inclines and uneven surfaces. While solo visits are common and allow for flexibility, guided tours are available for those seeking more in-depth information about the area's history, geology, and wildlife. The cost to drive the road is approximately €40 for a car, and a typical visit duration ranges from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many viewpoints and attractions along the route are explored.