What are the highest roads in Germany?
Located in central-western Europe, Germany presents a dramatic topographical gradient, stretching from the flat North European Plain along the North and Baltic Seas to the rugged south. While the north is largely characterized by lowlands, the heart of the country features numerous scenic uplands and forests, culminating fiercely in the south with the majestic peaks of the Bavarian Alps.
This diverse and elevated geography, including the Black Forest, Harz Mountains, and the main Alpine chain, has necessitated the creation of spectacular high-altitude routes. These challenging drives invite enthusiasts to conquer some of the country's steepest grades and highest passes, revealing hidden vistas across Germany's mountainous spine.
Highest roads in Germany
| Mountain road | Elevation | State | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpspitze | 2.091m (6,860ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Nebelhorn | 2.068m (6,784ft) | Bavaria | Asphalt |
| Königshaus Schachen | 1.863m (6,112ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Ostlerhütte | 1.797m (5,895ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Jenner | 1.786m (5,859ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Carl-von-Stahl-Haus | 1.758m (5,767ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Alpe Schlappold | 1.740m (5,708ft) | Bavaria | Asphalt |
| Rotwand | 1.727m (5,666ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Kreuzjoch | 1.719m (5,640ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Gotzenalm | 1.687m (5,534ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Kehlsteinstrasse | 1.685m (5,528ft) | Bavaria | Asphalt |
| Schneibsteinhaus | 1.679m (5,508ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
| Kreuzeck | 1.651m (5,417ft) | Bavaria | Gravel |
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