Radstadt TauernRadstadt Tauern at a Glance
About Radstadt Tauern
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.
Nearby Attractions to Radstadt Tauern
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -1° | -8° | 69 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -8° - 0° | -8° | 63 mm | overcast | 93% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 3° | -5° | 86 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 99 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 12° | 5° | 123 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 15° | 9° | 173 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.4 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 7° - 17° | 12° | 186 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 7° - 17° | 12° | 167 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 8° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 3° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 2.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 3° | -3° | 97 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -7° - 0° | -7° | 85 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
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.