Alpine passes and important transport routes in and around Osttirol

You are surrounded by fabulous panoramic mountain views as you wind your way higher and higher. When even the journey to your destination becomes an adventure in itself, you’re probably travelling on one of the mountain pass roads around Osttirol. Here are the best Alpine passes near Osttirol, along with links to other important transport routes.

Ein gelbes Oldtimer-Cabriolet fährt auf der Felbertauernstraße, gefolgt von einem silbernen Cabriolet.

Felbertauern Road

No traffic jams, convenient, and with stunning views as part of your journey. The road really is the destination!

Staller Saddle

You can cross to the Antholz valley between one minute past and 15 minutes past every hour, while the crossing from Italy to Austria is open from 30 minutes to 45 minutes past the hour.

Kartitsch Saddle

The Kartitsch Saddle links the villages of Kartitsch and Obertilliach via the B111.

Grossglockner High Alpine Road

What used to be the preserve of experienced mountaineers has become an exciting experience for all ages with the opening of the Grossglockner High Alpine Road.

Drei Radfahrer bei der Dolomitenradrundfahrt in einer rasanten Abfahrt.

Plöcken Pass

The Plöcken Pass, or Passo di Monte Croce Carnico in Italian, is a 37km mountain pass in the Carnic Alps. The road has no toll, and its highest point is 1,357 metres.

Brenner Pass

The Brenner Pass, which is accessed via the Brenner motorway (A13), is one of the most important transit routes between southern and northern Europe.

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