Wilhelm-Swarovski-Beobachtungswarte

The Wilhelm-Swarovski-Beobachtungswarte stands at 2410 meters altitude, featuring powerful telescopes for observing ibexes, marmots, and mountaineers across the Hohe Tauern National Park.

The observation tower opened in 1998 through support from the Swarovski family of Innsbruck, marking a new era for nature observation in the Austrian Alps.

The exhibition inside the tower presents detailed information about alpine wildlife and mountain environments, serving as an educational center for visitors to the national park.

Visitors can reach the observation tower via the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, which requires a toll payment and provides necessary facilities along the route.

The structure combines glass and wood in a design resembling a mountain crystal, positioned directly opposite the Grossglockner peak in the Glockner mountain range.

Location: Heiligenblut

Inception: 1998

GPS coordinates: 47.07461,12.75327

Latest update: March 10, 2025 09:23