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The dream road in the Alps

Silvretta High Alpine Road

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An El Dorado for motorcyclists: the Silvretta High Alpine Road is considered one of the most beautiful mountain pass roads in Tyrol. Its many hairpin bends and serpentines lead through the Paznaun valley, too. And it makes bikers fall in love on a daily basis. The many curves of this Silvretta pass between Partenen and Galtür not only impress motorcyclists though – road bikers, mountain bikers and vintage car fans are equally smitten by this mountain road queen. 

The Silvretta High Alpine Road is only open during the summer months! 

Good to know: with the Silvretta Card Premium you won’t have to pay a toll fee! 

The High Alpine Road: numbers & facts

  • length: 22,3 kilometres 
  • starting and ending point: from Partenen at the Montafon (at 1,501 metres) to Galtür at the Paznaun (at 1,725 metres) 
  • highest point: 2,032 metres at the Bielerhöhe
  • number of hairpin bends: 34
  • gradient: 10 % to max. 12 % – in the hairpin bends approx. 5 %
  • years of construction: 1925 to 1930 – it was opened to the public in 1954
     

Important! On the entire Silvretta High Alpine Road, trailers are prohibited! Night-time parking is not allowed either. Coaches cannot exceed a maximum length of 13,8 metres.

Prices

The toll booths of the High Alpine Road are located in Partenen and in Galtür.

Prices summer 2024

Tip: The toll for the Silvretta High Alpine Road is included in the Silvretta Card Premium!

Top places of interest surrounding the Silvretta High Alpine Road

The mountain pass road between the federal states of Vorarlberg and Tyrol is an experience in itself. Because where else do you get to enjoy hairpin bend after hairpin bend amidst some of the most impressive summits? And the challenging route is completely free of potholes, too! But to make your excursion even more perfect, there are a few amazing things you should do while you’re there. 

The Silvretta reservoir 

The reservoir is located at the highest point of the High Alpine Road: the Bielerhöhe. Since its construction in 1954, it generates electricity for the region. You can casually walk around the lake or stop to fish there. 

A stop at the Bielerhöhe

Right at the Silvretta Reservoir, there you can find a restaurant of the same name and the "Berggasthof Piz Buin". That’s where you can enjoy a little break at 2,000 metres above sea level and enjoy delicious Austrian cuisine along with stunning mountain views of the Silvretta. 

Alternatively, you can also taste your way down into the valley to Galtür or Ischgl at the many restaurants and inns. 

A night in the mountains of the Paznaun

How about a stop during your motorcycle tour, so you can start the next day well-rested and with lots of energy for your exploration of the High Alpine Road? There are plenty of accommodations that’ll welcome you.