Last updated: 12.05.2025
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What is the Felbertauern Tunnel?
The Felbertauern Tunnel is located on the Felbertauern Road (B 108), which is not a motorway (and thus not operated by ASFINAG) but a well-developed rural road. The B 108 safely connects the northwestern Austrian province of Salzburg with East Tyrol (a part of the Tyrol province) to the south—even in winter. This route is ideal for travelers who not only want to cover hundreds of kilometers on the highway but also enjoy Austria’s beautiful landscapes. Along the way, you can stop to admire a small local attraction, Lake Elisabeth. Construction of the Felbertauern Tunnel began in 1962 and was successfully completed in 1967.
The Felbertauern Tunnel is a special toll route, therefore you need to pay a special route toll in addition to a vignette or route-based toll to use this road.
Unlike most other tunnels in Austria, the Felbertauern Tunnel has only a single tube. Approximately 4,000 vehicles per day pass through it, with trucks making up about 7% of this traffic. As this is a road tunnel, cycling through it is prohibited. However, there is a local transport service for cyclists that can carry up to 3 people for a total of €30. The tunnel is 5,282 meters (5.2 km) long, making it one of the eleven longest tunnels in Austria.
Who owns the Felbertauern Tunnel?
The Felbertauern Tunnel is owned by Felbertauernstraße AG. The Republic of Austria holds a 62% stake, while the remaining 38% is divided between the province of Tyrol (37%) and Tyrolean municipalities (1%).
FAQ about the Felbertauern Tunnel
Yes, both the Felbertauern Road and the Felbertauern Tunnel are open 24/7 all year round.
Yes, the Felbertauern Tunnel is a toll road. To use the tunnel, you must pay a route-specific toll.
The Felbertauern Tunnel was only closed in February 2022 due to heavy snowfall and the resulting avalanche danger. It has since reopened and is fully accessible again, depending on local weather conditions.
The Felbertauern Pass is 2,481 meters (2.4 km) above sea level.
No, the B108 is toll-free, meaning you don’t need a vignette to drive on this road. However, since the Felbertauern Tunnel is part of the B108, a route-specific toll is required for the tunnel section.
The
digital route toll for the Tauern Motorway is €19.50 (€14.50 toll fee + €5 processing fee) per trip. Two-trip and multi-trip tickets are also available in our
online shop.
The digital toll for the Tauern Tunnel can be easily purchased through our online shop.
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