Landecker 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, connecting the Upper Inn Valley via the Reschen Pass with South Tyrol. The Landeck Tunnel is also referred to as the Landeck South bypass or Landeck southern bypass, as it serves 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 Inn Valley Motorway A 12. Unlike some other tunnels, the Landeck Tunnel does not charge a separate route toll (special toll), as it is not classified as a special toll route. However, as part of the A 12, the tunnel is subject to a vignette requirement. Unlike many other tunnels in Austria, the Landeck Tunnel has only one tube with two lanes: one lane is used for traffic 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 requirement applies. 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 in our Online Shop.
Alternative Route
The Landeck Tunnel can be bypassed. Below is an alternative route that can be particularly advantageous in case of traffic jams. To do so, drive through Landeck via the L 76. A pleasant side effect of this route is that it runs directly along the Inn river. Bypassing the Landeck Tunnel this way takes approximately 20 minutes (around 10 km). Driving directly 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 any given case depends in particular on the direction from which you are approaching the tunnel.
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FAQ about the Landeck Tunnel
Is the Landeck Tunnel toll-free?
No, the Landeck Tunnel is not toll-free. A valid vignette must be held to use the tunnel, as it is part of the A 12. No separate route toll is charged beyond that. The toll exemption that is often referred to only applied in 2020 during the complete closure of the regional road L 76.
How much does the toll for the Landeck Tunnel cost?
Travel through the Landeck Tunnel is covered by purchasing a vignette. You can purchase a digital vignette from us.
How much does it cost to travel over the Reschen Pass?
The Reschen Pass from Italy to Austria is toll-free. However, on the Austrian side, the vignette requirement that applies in many parts of Austria must be observed. A digital vignette for Austria can be purchased from us at any time, easily and conveniently.
Is the 179 in Austria subject to tolls?
No, the B 179 is toll-free. However, the state of Tyrol is planning to introduce a toll on this road section. Should this happen, local residents would likely be exempt from paying the toll.
Is the 187 in Austria subject to tolls?
No. The 187 in Austria is only subject to tolls for vehicles with a technically permissible gross weight exceeding 7.5 tonnes.
Is the B180 behind the tunnel in Landeck subject to tolls?
Yes, the B 180 is subject to tolls. Like many roads in Austria, the use of the B 180 requires a valid vignette. The digital vignette can be purchased at any time, easily and conveniently, in our Online Shop.
How long is the Landeck Tunnel?
The entire Landeck Tunnel is 6,955 metres (approximately 6.9 km) long.
When was this tunnel in Tyrol built?
Construction work on the Landeck Tunnel in Tyrol began in 1997. The construction work was completed in 2000.
