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Alpbach

Tyrol, Austria · Europe

About Alpbach

Alpbach works well as a base: 10 minutes from Reith im Alpbachtal, 18km from Achensee.

Alpbach is a town located in Tyrol, Austria. With a population of 2,561, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Alpbach sits in Austria, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Vienna time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Alpbach to your route.

About Alpbach

Alpbach (German: [ˈalpax], locally [ˈɔɪ̯b̥ɔx]) is a town in western Austria in the state of Tyrol.

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Where is Alpbach located?

Alpbach is located in Tyrol, Austria, Europe. The coordinates are 47.3988 latitude, 11.9437 longitude.

What is the population of Alpbach?

Alpbach has a population of approximately 2,561 people, making it a town in Austria.

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Quick Information

Population
2,561
Continent
Europe
Country
Austria
Region
Tyrol
Timezone
Europe/Vienna
Coordinates
47.3988, 11.9437

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Austria

Police
133
Ambulance
144
Fire
122
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Motorway vignette required. ÖAMTC roadside assistance: 120.

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Worth the detour from Alpbach

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Achensee

Tyrol's largest lake, a pristine fjord-like alpine jewel between the Karwendel and Rofan mountain ranges, perfect for sailing and diving.

18 km · about 20 min drive

famous road

Zillertaler Höhenstrasse

A narrow 48 km panoramic road contouring high above the Zillertal at up to 2,020 m, reached by five access ramps, with grandstand views of the Zillertal Alps; single-track in stretches.

20 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Gerlos Pass

A wide, fast Alpine pass connecting the Salzburg and Tyrol regions, popular for its sweeping bends and proximity to the Krimml Waterfalls.

22 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Gerlos Alpine Road

A scenic toll road over the Gerlos Pass with a panoramic view straight onto the Krimml Waterfalls.

23 km · about 25 min drive

waterfall

Krimmler Waterfalls

Austria's highest waterfall and the fifth-highest in the world, cascading 380 metres in three stages through the Hohe Tauern.

27 km · about 30 min drive

museum

Swarovski Crystal Worlds

A surreal crystal art park and museum near Innsbruck, fronted by a glittering water-spouting giant.

27 km · about 30 min drive

mountain pass

Sudelfeld Pass

The 1,123 m summit of the B307 between Bayrischzell and the Tatzelwurm gorge, part of the German Alpine Road and one of Upper Bavaria's favourite weekend driving and biking loops.

31 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Kitzbühel

A medieval-walled ski town and home of the fearsome Hahnenkamm race, ringed by panoramic alpine roads.

34 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Alpbach

  • 20 kmZillertaler HöhenstrasseA narrow 48 km panoramic road contouring high above the Zillertal at up to 2,020 m, reached by five access ramps, with grandstand views of the Zillertal Alps; single-track in stretches.
  • 22 kmGerlos PassA wide, fast Alpine pass connecting the Salzburg and Tyrol regions, popular for its sweeping bends and proximity to the Krimml Waterfalls.
  • 23 kmGerlos Alpine RoadA scenic toll road over the Gerlos Pass with a panoramic view straight onto the Krimml Waterfalls.
  • 31 kmSudelfeld PassThe 1,123 m summit of the B307 between Bayrischzell and the Tatzelwurm gorge, part of the German Alpine Road and one of Upper Bavaria's favourite weekend driving and biking loops.
  • 35 kmSylvenstein ReservoirA vivid blue reservoir crossed by a graceful bridge on the German Alpine Road, gateway to the Karwendel mountains.
  • 43 kmNordkette MountainA dramatic 2,334-metre Alpine ridge accessible by cable car directly from Innsbruck's city centre, offering world-class views of the Inn Valley.

Driving in Austria

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.62/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €12.4 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Alpbach.

Reith im Alpbachtal

🇦🇹 Austria

5 km awayPop. 2,181

Rattenberg

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6 km awayPop. 411

Radfeld

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6 km awayPop. 2,495

Brixlegg

🇦🇹 Austria

6 km awayPop. 1,892

Voldöpp

🇦🇹 Austria

7 km away

Bruck am Ziller

🇦🇹 Austria

7 km awayPop. 590

Kramsach

🇦🇹 Austria

7 km away

Wildschönau

🇦🇹 Austria

7 km away

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