Gesäuse National Park
Austrian national park / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Gesäuse National Park is a national park in the Austrian state of Styria. Located in the mountainous Upper Styrian region, it covers large parts of the Gesäuse range within the Ennstal Alps and the steep water gap of the Enns river between Admont and Hieflau. The area also covers parts of the municipal areas of Johnsbach, Weng, Landl, and Sankt Gallen.
Quick Facts Location, Nearest city ...
Gesäuse National Park | |
---|---|
Location | Styria, Austria |
Nearest city | Graz |
Coordinates | 47°36′0″N 14°45′0″E |
Area | 110 km2 125 km2 planned |
Established | 26 October 2002 |
Close
The national park currently covers 110 km2 (42 sq mi), with another 15 km2 (5.8 sq mi) planned. It was established on 26 October 2002.
The highest mountain is Hochtor at 2,369 metres (7,772 ft).