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Old 10-01-2006 | 09:20 PM
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Grossglockner Pass Austria

Roads to die for
Gross glockner pass ,One of the highest and most scenic routes in Austria.At its highest you can drive up to 2600m at Edelweiss,Kaiser-Franz-Josef-Hohe station is 2400m high overlooking Western Alps biggest glacier The Pasterze.Not far from the Italian Border it can be reached from Salzburg(90 mins) Insbruck (3h 30 mins) and the North of Italy in 3hs.The gateway from north is Bruck near the resort of Zell am See and from the south Heiligenblut.There are 28 hairpin bends all marked with numbers and altitute.Its open from May to October From 6am to 10pm in the summer months.No overnight stay is allowed unless you have pre-paid accomodation.Plenty of parking along the route, especially on the scenic parts with even benches and tables ,cafes and toilets.The views are stunning.
 
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Old 10-15-2006 | 04:47 PM
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JCW210... great pics! thanks for sharing. would love to motor there some day.
 
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Old 10-15-2006 | 06:04 PM
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Very stunning photography. Rallye car stages and trips to the Alps - I'm jealous - lucky dog . Thank you for the posting.

In the spirit of the Grossglockner, I designed this back in September.


 

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Old 12-26-2006 | 11:19 AM
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Truly spectacular pictures!

Thanks.
 
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Old 12-27-2006 | 08:47 AM
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Nice pictures. Thanks for sharing. It has been some time since went over Grossglockner and it is a drive that I will always remember.
 
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