Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road (Special Toll)
What is the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road?
The Timmelsjoch (also known as "Timmel") is an Alpine pass on the border between Austria and Italy. The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road connects the Ötztal (Tyrol) with the Passeiertal (South Tyrol). With a total length of around 34 km and about 30 hairpin bends, the high alpine road offers an impressive Alpine panorama and provides a relaxing alternative to the usual commuter and motorway traffic.
Like many other Alpine and mountain pass roads in Austria, the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road is also a special toll route and is subject to tolls in both directions (car €20 one-way / €28 round trip, motorcycle €18 / €25, as of 2026). It is therefore subject to the route toll (special toll). The route toll for the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road can be paid on-site at the toll station on the Austrian side. The station is located directly behind Hochgurgl (coming from the direction of Sölden).
The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road itself is toll sticker-free. For the journey via motorways and expressways (e.g. A12), a toll sticker is required. The digital 10-day toll sticker for Austria is included in our toll sticker flat rate – the route toll is not included.
How high is the Timmelsjoch?
Different figures circulate regarding the exact altitude of the Timmelsjoch. The official Austrian map states 2,474 meters. For comparison: South Tyrol's GIS states 2,472 meters. In general, the values range between 2,470 and 2,480 meters. Differing figures have occasionally appeared on the road sign at the mountain pass as well as on the operating company's website. Since the construction of the high alpine road beginning in 1955, an average of 80,000 to 100,000 cars and 75,000 to 80,000 motorcycles have passed through the mountain pass road each year. The South Tyrolean sections of the pass road have always been part of the Texelgruppe Nature Park.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
We wish you a safe journey to Austria and are happy to assist you with any questions regarding toll regulations. Detailed information on tolls in Austria can be found in our guide. Feel free to also use our route planner to perfectly plan your trip and be shown the appropriate toll products. If you have any further questions about your trip or our digital toll sticker, feel free to contact us via email.
FAQ on the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road
Answers to the most frequently asked questions on this topic.
Is the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road subject to a toll?
Yes, the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road is tolled in both directions (car €20 one-way / €28 round trip, motorcycle €18 / €25, as of 2026). The toll is paid at the toll station above Hochgurgl.
When can the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road be driven on?
The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road is open to traffic daily from 7am–8pm from approximately early June to late October; it is closed in winter.
How long does the drive over the Timmelsjoch take?
The drive over the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road from the Ötztal down to Merano takes about 1.5 hours (90 minutes).
Where is the toll station on the Timmelsjoch located?
The toll station is located above the tourist resort of Hochgurgl. There, fees are collected for both the Italian and Austrian sections of the road.
What percentage of gradient does the Timmelsjoch have?
The average gradient is 6.3 %, the maximum gradient is 13 %.
