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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Aare Gorge

Meiringen, Switzerland

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 32 2026
Aare Gorge

A narrow gorge with towering rock walls on both sides, cut by the Aare River. Wooden walkways and hand-dug tunnels are attached to the cliffs, and summer brings heavy crowds.

Highlights

  • Wooden walkways along the cliffs
  • Hand-dug tunnels
  • Turquoise Aare River

Good to know

  • Entry about 13 CHF, discounts with guest card
  • About 40 minutes on foot through gorge
  • Stairs and narrow passages, hard with strollers

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