Breitachklamm
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Breitachklamm - by Stefan Kotzian on Google
Description
The Breitachklamm is a gorge created by the Breitach river in Bavaria's Allgäu region. It is 2.5km long and, in place, 150m deep, making it the deepest rocky gorge in Central Europe. Due to the narrow path, a one-way trafic is implemented with a return leg through a different route. It is possible to continue on into the upper gorge for about 20mins, crossing the German-Austrian border in the process, and come back the opposite way (2-way traffic is authorized on the "blue route"). More info here: https://www.breitachklamm.com/jahreszeiten/routen-sommer.html
Access & Transport
The gorge is near the village of Oberstdorf, 170km southwest of Munich (2h20 drive). There are some regional trains connecting this village (also a ski resort) with Munich Central Station in 2h30m. The main parking (P1) is in Tiefenbach and the second option is to park at Walserschanz (longer route).
Instructions & Recommendations
The gorge can be closed at any time due to weather or other events so make sure you check the status on the website before heading there. It is also closed in autumn and the beginning of spring when the snow melts.
Environmental & Social
Eco-friendly activity. Socially marginally positive as it brings some revenues to the local community.
Conclusion
The Breitach Gorges are a natural wonder that we highly recommend to those in Southwestern Bavaria and, for outdoor enthusiasts, they warrant a trip from as far as Munich or Stuttgart.
Key positive
Extremely spectacular natural feature
Excellent infrastructure to make the trail safe
Key negative
Can be closed at short notice (for safety reasons)
One-way traffic only and the other route isn't that interesting
Suitability
Tricky for children under 6yrs old and not accessible for visitors with reduced mobility.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:2h
est. visit time:1h 30m
Start of Season 1:May, 04
MONDAY09:00 - 17:00
TUESDAY09:00 - 17:00
WEDNESDAY09:00 - 17:00
THURSDAY09:00 - 17:00
FRIDAY09:00 - 17:00
SATURDAY09:00 - 17:00
SUNDAY09:00 - 17:00
Start of Season 2:Nov, 01
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