Grossglockner Pass

Had a leisurely start and a good breakfast this morning then realised we could check the weather on the pass as it has its own website here this predicted a fine morning but thunderstorms starting at lunchtime so we got a move on and headed off on the bikes. The start of the pass is not far from here. Initially the road winds gently up through villages meadows and forest. It's a toll road so after paying we climbed more steeply via numerous hairpin bends until we were above the snowline. After 12km we stopped at the first pass & a cafe for a toilet break just as we were entering the mist. We still managed to get a few photos then continued downwards before the road rose again to the glacier in the col at the top.

It was wonderful riding though a little disconcerting when the roads were wet while going through a snow field. Fortunately we did not come across any ice.
We didn't stay long at the top as the weather was closing in. We retraced our steps, stopping for coffee and strudel on the way.


Back at Zell am See we set off in search of a bike shop. After all the trouble I had with my chain and after having a Scotoiler fitted I went and forgot to pack the Scotoil!! I now have a tube of chain lube and will have to be sure to lube it regularly. I want this chain to last!

Elvie