History 1960s

1964 35th International Österreichische Alpenfahrt

Overview

The 35th International Österreichische Alpenfahrt took crews high into the Alps, combining asphalt passes with unpredictable mountain weather. Organised by the ÖAMTC, the event tested endurance over steep climbs and snow-dusted descents.

Event Name: 35th International Österreichische Alpenfahrt

Date: May 28–30, 1964

Start/Finish Location: Velden, Austria

Total Distance: Approximately 1,200 kilometers

Participating Teams: Over 80 crews


Route

Karawanken Pass: High-altitude asphalt climbs with switchback turns.
Gailtal Valley: Fast tarmac runs punctuated by narrow village lanes.
Villach Special Test: Timed section on snow-treated mountain roads.

Stages wound through alpine passes and forested valleys:

Tire choice and cooling were crucial under mixed asphalt and snow conditions.


🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Paddy Hopkirk & Henry Liddon · Austin-Healey 3000
2nd Place
Günther Wallrabenstein & Ernst Otto Müller · Porsche 911
3rd Place
Alfred Burkhardt & Otto Koch-Bodes · Ford Taunus 20M TS

Hopkirk’s experience and the Healey’s torque carried them through the fiercest alpine challenges.

Navigation & Challenges

Route intricacies demanded precise pace notes:

  • High-Altitude Stages: Reduced air density affected engine performance.
  • Narrow Alpine Roads: Limited run-off areas increased risk of off-road excursions.
  • Snow and Ice: Scattered snow patches on road shoulders tested tire compounds.

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