Landeck Tunnel
What is the Landeck Tunnel?
The Landeck Tunnel in Austria is located in Tyrol, west of Innsbruck and east of St. Anton am Arlberg. Access is via federal road B 180. It is a single-tube motorway tunnel on the A 12 that connects the Upper Inn Valley via the Reschen Pass with South Tyrol. The Landeck Tunnel is also known as the Landeck South bypass (Landeck-Südumfahrung), as it is intended to reduce traffic volume in the municipalities of Landeck and Zams in the Tyrolean Oberland. The tunnel connects the Reschen Road (B 180) with the Inntal Motorway A 12. Unlike some other tunnels, no separate route toll (special toll) is charged for driving through the Landeck Tunnel, as the tunnel is not classified as a special toll route. However, as part of the A 12, the tunnel is subject to the vignette requirement. Unlike many other tunnels in Austria, the Landeck Tunnel has only one tube with two lanes: one lane is used for traffic travelling from north to south, and the other for traffic in the opposite direction.
Toll requirement for the Landeck Tunnel
No separate route toll (special toll) is charged for the Landeck Tunnel. However, a vignette is required. This means that the Landeck Tunnel is subject to tolls, even though no separate route toll is charged. The digital vignette can be purchased easily and conveniently online in our online shop.
Alternative route
The Landeck Tunnel can be bypassed. Below is an alternative route, which can be particularly useful in the event of traffic congestion. To do this, drive through Landeck via L 76. A pleasant side effect of this route is that it runs directly along the Inn river. Bypassing the Landeck Tunnel via this route takes approximately 20 minutes (around 10 km). The direct drive through the Landeck Tunnel, on the other hand, takes about 10 minutes (also around 10 km).
Whether bypassing the Landeck Tunnel is actually worthwhile in an individual case depends in particular on the direction from which you approach the tunnel.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey
We wish you a safe trip to Austria and are happy to assist you with any questions regarding toll regulations. You can find detailed information about tolls in Austria in our guide. You are also welcome to use our route planner to plan your journey perfectly and see suitable toll products. If you have further questions about your trip or our digital vignette, please feel free to contact us via email.
FAQ about the Landeck Tunnel
Is the Landeck Tunnel toll-free?
No, the Landeck Tunnel is not toll-free. A valid vignette is required to use the tunnel, as it is part of the A 12. No separate route toll is charged in addition. The toll exemption that is often referred to applied only in 2020 during the complete closure of state road L 76.
How much is the toll for the Landeck Tunnel?
Driving through the Landeck Tunnel is covered by the purchase of a vignette. You can buy a digital vignette from us.
How much does it cost to drive over the Reschen Pass?
The Reschen Pass from Italy to Austria is toll-free. However, on the Austrian side, please note the vignette requirement that applies in many places in Austria. You can buy a digital vignette for Austria easily and conveniently from us at any time.
Is the 179 in Austria subject to tolls?
No, the B 179 is toll-free. However, the federal state of Tyrol is planning to introduce a toll on this section. If that happens, residents would likely be exempt from paying the toll.
Is the 187 in Austria subject to tolls?
No. Road 187 in Austria is only subject to tolls for vehicles with a technically permissible maximum gross weight of more than 7.5 tonnes.
Is the B180 after the tunnel in Landeck subject to tolls?
Yes, the B 180 is subject to tolls. As on many roads in Austria, a vignette is required for using the B 180. The digital vignette can be purchased easily and conveniently at any time in our online shop.
How long is the Landeck Tunnel?
The entire Landeck Tunnel is 6,955 metres long (around 6.9 km).
Since when has this tunnel existed in Tyrol?
Construction work on the Landeck Tunnel in Tyrol began in 1997. Construction was completed in 2000.
