Hohe Tauern National Park
Numerous highlights
Located in Bruck Fusch, right in the middle of the National Park, you will find the highest peaks, the most beautiful waterfalls, the most powerful glacier, the clearest lakes and streams, and the most majestic animals of the Alpine region: All of this makes the Hohe Tauern National Parkwhat it is – a paradise on Earth. The pristine nature in the core zone, as well as the man-made cultural landscape of the alpine pastures and mountain meadows, provide a fertile ground for the almost unbelievable biodiversity in the heart of the Alps. The Hohe Tauern National Park is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent high mountain landscapes in the world.
Experience National Park
Surrounded by more than 260 mountain peaks over 3,000 meters high and with an incomparable panorama, Bruck Fusch is an ideal starting point to explore the largest national park in the Eastern Alps. Whether you explore it through interactive visitor and educational facilities (themed trails, exhibitions, educational centers, etc.), tours with a national park ranger, or on your own, the national park is one of the absolute highlights of the region. Dive into the endless and majestic world of glaciers – a true paradise for nature enthusiasts and passionate hikers.
Holiday region Hohe Tauern National Park
The holiday region Hohe Tauern National Park stretches from the Krimml Waterfalls, the highest waterfalls in Europe, to the Gastein Valley with its healing springs. The most exciting excursion destinations in the country, a well-maintained nature and cultural landscape, and the highest peaks of Austria are all located here. Experience the national park at the National Park Center or take mountain lifts or scenic roads directly into this impressive landscape. Bruck and Fusch are located right in the center of this region, and the Großglockner High Alpine Road takes you directly to the foot of the Großglockner.
Data and facts
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With 1.856 km², it is the largest protected area in the Alps and the largest national park in Central Europe.
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The protected area spans three federal states: Salzburg, Tyrol, and Carinthia.
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The Salzburg share of the cross-border national park covers 805 km², which is 80.500 hectares.
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The east-west extension is 100 km, and the north-south extension is 40 km.
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266 peaks over 3.000 meters, around 130 km² of glaciers.
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550 lakes and 279 streams form the water wealth.
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Golden eagles, bearded vultures, griffon vultures, marmots, chamois, ibexes, and many more species are native to this area.
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Over 220 different minerals – from rock crystals to emeralds – form the crystal treasure of the Hohe Tauern.
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Anyone who hikes in the Hohe Tauern National Park from the valley floors to the highest peaks crosses elevation levels that correspond to all climate zones from Central Europe to the Arctic.
National Park Worlds
The Hohe Tauern National Park, with the highest peaks in Austria and its breathtaking wildlife and plant life, seems almost within reach at the National Park Center in Mittersill. At ten stations, visitors can explore the inhabitants of the fascinating high alpine landscape in the 1,800 m² experience world. The National Park Center of the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Hohe Tauern Panorama Trail
At eye level with Austria’s
highest mountains
The Hohe Tauern Panorama Trail offers a top-class long-distance hiking experience. The route, with 17 stages, leads from the Krimml Waterfalls to Hüttschlag and offers breathtaking views of Austria's highest mountains. Along the way, visitors will encounter natural spectacles, impressive exhibitions, picturesque national park villages, and attractive excursion destinations. The use of mountain lifts or convenient shuttle services at the stage destinations, as well as an available luggage transfer service, provide maximum comfort.