Radstadt Tauern
Mountain Alpine mountain range in Salzburg, popular for hiking
A subrange of the Low Tauern near Radstadt, offering alpine trails, ski runs and mountain huts; skiers come in winter, hikers and mountaineers in summer for ridgelines and valley views.
The Radstadt Tauern is a mountain subrange in the Low Tauern of the Central Eastern Alps, located in the state of Salzburg, Austria. It forms an alpine area known for both winter sports and summer hiking.
The range contains alpine terrain, ski resorts and a network of marked trails and lifts; the Obertauern ski area is a principal winter destination, while numerous summer routes serve hikers and mountaineers. Mountain roads and passes provide access from surrounding valleys.
Historically the passes through the Radstadt Tauern have been local transit routes between adjacent valleys; in the 20th century parts of the range were developed for tourism with roads, lifts and resort facilities.
Geographically the range sits within Salzburg state near the town of Radstadt and the resort of Obertauern, forming part of the broader Low Tauern mountain system.
- Alpine subrange: Part of the Low Tauern (Niedere Tauern) in the Central Eastern Alps and a frequent destination for skiing, hiking and alpine recreation.
- Tourism infrastructure: Contains well-established ski infrastructure centered on Obertauern and several mountain passes used for summer and winter access.
What to See #
- Obertauern: A developed alpine ski area and village of Obertauern that serves as a major winter-sports base within the range.
- Radstädter Tauern Pass: The Radstädter Tauern Pass, the main road crossing that links Pongau with neighboring valleys and provides access to mountain trails and ski lifts.
- Radstadt: Town of Radstadt, a historic market town on the northern edge of the range that is commonly used as a gateway for visitors.
How to Get to Radstadt Tauern #
Radstadt is accessible via the A10 motorway from Salzburg; regional trains stop at Radstadt station. Local roads lead into upland trailheads - parking and lift connections are available at nearby ski resorts.
Tips for Visiting Radstadt Tauern #
- If hiking or skiing, check local avalanche forecasts and weather first - mountain conditions change rapidly.
- Drive the B164 or B99 approaches and stop in Altenmarkt or Radstadt for supplies and local insight.
- Summit routes vary in difficulty; hire a local guide if unfamiliar with alpine navigation.
Best Time to Visit Radstadt Tauern #
Best visited in winter for skiing or summer for hiking; local resorts in Salzburg state provide facilities and lift access.
Weather & Climate near Radstadt Tauern #
Radstadt Tauern's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1375 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (186 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
