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December 5th, 2022
Between Germany and Austria, you find the deepest canyon in Central Europe, the Breitachklamm gorge. The cleft formed by the Breitach River is approximately 2.5 km long, an exciting and child-friendly trail. During your journey, you will be able to discover the hidden crevasse by crossing wooden platforms and bridges. Breitach is a 24 km long river. The most beautiful part is found here, at the gorge - which many consider one of the jewels of the Alps. đź’ˇSome parts of the gorge reach a depth o
December 2nd, 2022
Located in Italy, Lago di Braies (Lake Braies) is one of the most beautiful natural attractions in South Tyrol. The lake near the Austrian border (Pragser Wildsee in German) is considered the jewel of the Dolomites. The 31-hectare lake might not be as famous as Lake Garda or Lake Como, but its beauty is beyond doubt. In the vicinity of the lake, you can go on excursions, hike, climb mountains, boat, and cycle. Quick Details Lago di Braies Details Location The Dolomites, Alps, Italy
November 30th, 2022
One of the most beautiful gorges in Bavaria is the German Höllentalklamm (Valley of Hell Gorge), a wild, narrow gorge at the foot of the Zugspitze in Germany. A roughly 1 km long, exciting, well-constructed trail leads through the gorge, which families with children are guaranteed to enjoy. Wedged into the high mountains, the working Hammersbach stream carved out the gorge. The river transports the glacial water of the Zugspitze (Germany's highest mountain) into the valley. On your way, you ca
November 28th, 2022
The most popular gorge in Switzerland is the 1.4 km long Aare Gorge (Aareschlucht). The limestone chasm formed 10,000 years ago was created by the water of the melting glaciers. 50-meter-high rock walls bound the narrow gorge on both sides. During the child-friendly, easy route, an impressive view unfolds before your eyes, as its width varies between 1 and 30 meters. Overview Aare gorge Details Length 1.4 km (approx 1 hour) Hiking trail Easy | Child-friendly Prices 7-10
November 23rd, 2022
One of the best-known attractions of the Hohe Tauern National Park is the Ankogel range (and peak), a Mecca for climbers. The mountain is one of the popular destinations for climbers who have "outgrown" the 2,000-meter mountains and want to jump a level. If you are flirting with the idea of climbing the friendly Ankogel, I recommend our current article to your attention. You can gain a lot of experience and practice on relatively easy terrain so that, in the meantime, you will enjoy a dazzling
November 21st, 2022
One of the most exciting attractions in Carinthia is the Groppensteinschlucht Gorge, which is studded with waterfalls. The wide gorge that can be traversed along a 2.5 km long route is a real treat in the Mölltal region. Since the trail is a child- and dog-friendly, the whole family can have a great time. During your journey, you follow the river through the forest. Observe pools under your feet, enjoy whirlpools and roars, and count numerous waterfalls, of which a 30-meter waterfall will be th
November 16th, 2022
Austria's highest peak, the Grossglockner, is one of the most famous peaks among climbers. The mountain group, located not far from Ankogel and the Krimml waterfall, is one of the jewels of the Hohe Tauern National Park. If you have been planning to climb the Grossglockner for a long time, now you will find all the essential information to make your summit attack successful! If you're hearing about it for the first time but love mountain adventures and are interested in climbing, then by the en
November 14th, 2022
The 85-meter-wide Grawa waterfall in Tyrol is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the province. The Krimml waterfall's little sister is fed by the Sulzaubach river. Its height can reach 120-180 meters. A viewing point area has been created at the foot of the waterfall, where you can sunbathe and eat the sandwich you brought. A short, child-friendly, and easy program for the whole family. The Grawafall is one of the widest waterfalls in Austria! Regardless of the season, it is always worth a
November 9th, 2022
Although Austria is full of fantastic hiking places, only six national parks exist. This fact is surprising, given that the country is the "emperor" of active rest. There are many green areas but not so many highly protected locations. Three national parks protect the alpine region, while the rest preserve wetlands. The parks collectively encompass many ecosystems, from high alpine regions with glaciers to lowland wetlands along significant rivers like the Danube. This diversity of landscapes s
November 7th, 2022
The 110 km² Gesause National Park is one of Austria's six national parks. In terms of size, Gesäuse is the third in line, but in terms of age, it is the youngest. The region is located in Styria, where the Enns River played a decisive role in its formation. It also got its name from the river, as Gesäuse means "roaring" in German. Mountains cover more than 30% of the area, so silence and tranquillity will be guaranteed. Its highest point is the 2,369-meter Hochtor. The park consists of three mo
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