Things to Do in High Tauern

High Tauern offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountaineering, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features over 400 routes across these sports. More than 624,000 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot, with routes averaging 4.7 out of 5 stars.

The High Tauern region is home to Austria's highest peaks, including Grossglockner (12,460 feet [3,798 m]), and features over 300 mountains exceeding 9,800 feet [3,000 meters]. It also contains the largest glacier areas in the Eastern Alps, such as the Pasterze glacier, and impressive waterfalls like the Krimml Waterfalls.

Yes, High Tauern offers many easy hikes suitable for beginners. These routes often include valley walks and less strenuous paths. For specific options, consult the Easy hikes in High Tauern guide.

High Tauern provides numerous family-friendly walks and hikes. These routes are typically less challenging and suitable for all ages. Information on suitable trails can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in High Tauern guide.

High Tauern offers a vast network of over 1,000 miles [1,600 kilometers] of marked cycling and mountain biking trails. This includes varied gravel and single trails for mountain bikers. Explore options in the MTB Trails in High Tauern guide.

Yes, High Tauern features alpine passes tailored for road cycling enthusiasts, offering challenging climbs with panoramic views. The region hosts events like the "Glocknerkönig" cycling race. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes in High Tauern guide.

High Tauern offers several thousand kilometers of well-marked trails, including challenging multi-day treks into high alpine terrain. These routes allow for extended exploration of the National Park's diverse landscapes. The Hiking in High Tauern guide provides further details.

High Tauern has specific trails where dogs are permitted. It is advisable to check local regulations and trail signage. The Dog-friendly hikes in High Tauern guide lists suitable options.

Public transport options are available for accessing various trailheads in High Tauern. Some routes are specifically designed to start from bus stations, facilitating car-free exploration. Refer to the Hikes from bus stations in High Tauern guide for more information.

Komoot offers several guides for High Tauern, including Hiking in High Tauern, MTB Trails in High Tauern, and Road Cycling Routes in High Tauern. Other guides cover family-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy hikes, as well as mountain hikes and waterfall hikes.

High Tauern National Park is a sanctuary for diverse fauna, including approximately one-third of Austria's native species. It is home to the "Big Five": bearded vultures, golden eagles, alpine ibex, chamois, and marmots.

The official website for the Hohe Tauern National Park region is hohetauern.info or nationalpark-hohetauern.at. For general inquiries, the National Park Region Hohe Tauern Carinthia can be contacted at +43 4824 2700.