The Felbertauernstraße is not an autobahn (operated by ASFINAG), but a well-built national road (B 108) that provides a winter-safe connection between the northwestern Austrian state of Salzburg and the southern region of East Tyrol (state of Tyrol). This route is ideal for tourists who not only want to cover hundreds of kilometers on the autobahn but also wish to experience the beautiful landscapes of Austria. Along the way, there is a small attraction in the form of the Elisabethsee that can be admired. The construction of the Felbertauern Tunnel began in 1962, and it was successfully completed in 1967.
Unlike most other tunnels in Austria, the Felbertauern Tunnel has only one tube. The daily traffic through the tunnel is estimated to be about 4,000 vehicles per day, with approximately 7% being trucks. As the Felbertauern Tunnel is exclusively for road traffic, bicycles are not allowed to pass through. However, there is a bicycle transport service available on-site, which can transport up to 3 people for a total cost of 30 €. The total length of the Felbertauern Tunnel is 5282 meters (5.2 km), making it one of the eleven longest tunnels in Austria.
The Felbertauern Tunnel belongs to the Felbertauernstraßen-AG. Austria owns 62% of the company, while the remaining 38% is divided between the state of Tyrol (37%) and the Tyrolean municipalities (1%).
Yes, both the Felbertauern Road and the Felbertauern Tunnel are open for traffic around the clock, all year round.
Yes, the Felbertauern Tunnel is toll-based.
The Felbertauern Tunnel was temporarily closed in February 2022 due to heavy snowfall and associated avalanche danger, but it has since reopened and is fully accessible, depending on the weather conditions on-site.
The Felbertauern Pass is situated at an altitude of 2,481 meters (2.4 km).
Yes, the road 108 adjacent to the Felbertauern Tunnel is toll-free. However, a vignette is required to drive on it. The Felbertauern Tunnel itself, on the other hand, is toll-based. Therefore, both a vignette and a toll fee are necessary for driving on both sections.
The digital toll on the Tauern Motorway costs 18.50€ in our online shop.
The toll for driving through the Felbertauern Tunnel is 13 € for cars (PKW) in the regular tariff. Payment can be made on-site via cash, MAESTRO bank card, or many popular credit cards.
The digital toll for the Tauerntunnel can be conveniently paid in our online shop.
