Gorges & waterfalls
Water always finds its way in the Hohe Tauern National Park
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of gorges & waterfalls in the Hohe Tauern National Park in Carinthia. Discover breathtaking natural spectacles that have been shaped by the power of water over thousands of years. From rushing waterfalls to deep gorges, our region offers everything for lovers of unique nature experiences. Plan your visit to these unique locations and let yourself be enchanted by the majestic beauty of these landscapes.
Gorges and gorges
Exciting hikes through gorges & to impressive waterfalls
Immerse yourself in the world of gorges & waterfalls in the Hohe Tauern National Park. The footbridges and trails are your guide to the hidden treasures of Carinthia, where nature unfolds its full splendor. Ideal for adventure seekers and nature lovers who want to explore the spectacular landscapes on vacation in Carinthia. Let yourself be seduced by the majestic beauty of the waterfalls and discover the mysterious gorges on hikes.
Impressive footbridges and paths
... ensure that the gorges and ravines are accessible to everyone. Water shapes, water guides, water moves, water changes and water is healthy. Let water show you its world and join us on a journey into a strange, exciting and constantly changing world of rock and water. Follow us through the region's most beautiful gorges and experience impressive waterfalls.
The Möll Gorge - incl. via ferrata
Although it is located very close to the village of Heiligenblut, it was long regarded as the hidden gorge. Thanks to the development of a breathtaking via ferrata, the Möllschlucht has become a magnet for climbing fans. It is a particularly impressive via ferrata that leads over 420 m of steel cable and boldly constructed rope bridges through the gorge washed out by the Möll.
- Difficulty medium ( C to D )
- 0.7 km long, walking time approx. 1 ½ h
- approx. 60 m difference in altitude
- Via ferrata set and helmet required
- Do not walk on the path during high water
- TIP: Stop off at the Landgasthof Sonnblick
Ragga Gorge - the gorge of gorges
The Ragga Gorge is a real specialty and everyone who visits the Hohe Tauern National Park must have seen this natural spectacle. Where the Raggabach makes its way through the gorge with a wild roar, you can no longer understand your own words. The gorge is so narrow that in many places you can't even see the sky. The pathway that opens up this natural wonder and makes it accessible is a sight in itself. But what are we talking about.... come and have a look!
- Difficulty easy
- 3.4 km long, walking time approx. 1 ½ h
- approx. 270 m difference in altitude
- Spectacular jetty
- Carinthia's most impressive natural gorge
- TIP: Stop off at the Raggaschlucht inn
Groppenstein and Rabisch Gorge - with all your senses
Here we have two gorges that connect the two National Park communities of Mallnitz and Obervellach and together form the longest gorge trail in Carinthia. The "Sinnesschluchten" gorges, as the Groppenstein and Rabisch gorges are often called, inspire with their romantic landslide scenery and fantastic waterfalls; and all this in the shadow of the picturesque Groppenstein Castle. After the long walk through both gorges, the public bus from Mallnitz takes you back to Obervellach.
- Difficulty medium
- 5.5 km long, walking time approx. 1 ½ h
- or 13 km in length, walking time approx. 4 ½ h
- approx. 550 / 1,100 m difference in altitude
- Carinthia's longest gorge trail
Barbarossa Gorge - a legendary story
Near Mühldorf in Mölltal lies the "little sister" of the Raggaschlucht gorge, whose path is well marked and cannot be overlooked. Why Barbarossa Gorge? Emperor Frederick I, known as Barbarossa, once stopped off in the gorge on his way back from one of his crusades. Tired from the war and the long journey, he fell asleep with his warriors when the devil appeared to him. You can find out what happened next along the fairytale gorge trail - an attraction for the whole family.
- Difficulty easy
- 2.8 km long, walking time approx. 1 h
- approx. 200 m difference in altitude
- New climbing system leads through the gorge
- In the footsteps of Emperor Frederick I.
Ochsenschlucht - unique torrential romance
At the Ochsenschlucht gorge, the Feistritzbach stream emerges from the rocks of the Gailtal Alps and creates an idyllic water landscape that doesn't quite match the other gorges in the region. Nevertheless, there is plenty of space for exciting nature explorations in a natural adventure area and an exciting adventure playground for young and old. The bizarre rock towers, which have given rise to unique fauna and flora over the course of time, are particularly interesting.
- Difficulty easy
- 2.1 km long, walking time approx. 30 min
- approx. 50 m difference in altitude
- Landscape shaped by the torrent
- Romantic natural scenery
- TIP: Stop off at the Sandhof cycling station
Pirkner Klamm - the via ferrata
Last but not least, there is a via ferrata right where the Pirkner stream has "washed" its way through the Gailtal Alps for millions of years. With its deep gorges and waterfalls, the gorge clearly shows who is in charge here. The via ferrata starts at the bottom of the valley and leads its conquerors over fantastic rope bridges and a sporty route to the Rainbow Falls. This is named after the fact that a rainbow can almost always be seen here due to the incident sunlight.
- Difficulty medium ( C )
- 2 km long, walking time approx. 2 ½ h
- approx. 200 m difference in altitude
- Via ferrata set and helmet required
- Do not walk on the path during high water
Waterfalls
The WILD WATERS in the Hohe Tauern National Park
The journey of the water begins: after the eternal ice on the glacier and firn fields of the Hohe Tauern is melted by the sun and the mountain lakes become too full, the water makes its way down into the valley. In the process, it overcomes many a steep step and terrain edge at breathtaking speed and forms thundering waterfalls that are worth a visit at any time of the year.
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Nature experience
The Gößnitz Falls - the power of water
Directly in Heiligenblut, on the shady side, a 100 m high rock face rises up. This rock face is divided by a narrow notch: Myths say that a giant carved it into the rock with a large axe. The truth is that the Gößnitzbach stream carves its way through the notch and plunges down into the valley with all its force over a 70-metre-high waterfall. An impressive natural spectacle that can be admired from the viewing platform and the nature trail.
The maiden vault - the power of legend
"A virgin on the run from the devil ..." When a story begins like this, it can only be good. In any case: the fleeing virgin reaches a precipice and jumps. However, she does not fall to her death, but is carried by angels and survives, while the devil looks stupid. Today, the waters of the Zopenitzenbach stream plunge 130 meters into the valley at this spot, forming the breathtaking "Jungfernsprung". A water wonder trail with top views is included.
At the Gartl waterfall - breathe health
The Gartl Waterfall in Großkirchheim is nowhere near as high or mighty as its well-known neighbors in Heiligenblut, but it is still a magnet for visitors. The reason for this is its healthy effect. The special microclimate of finely atomized, electrically charged water droplets has a positive effect against stress and burnout symptoms. After just the third visit to the Gartl waterfall, your subjective sense of wellbeing increases. Try it out for yourself!
The Rieken waterfall - a hidden natural spectacle
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