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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Kitzlochklamm

Taxenbach, Austria

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 50 2026
Kitzlochklamm

A narrow gorge cut into slate rock by the Rauriser Ache, with steep walls and a waterfall at the entrance. Visitors follow wooden walkways, bridges and steps up along the water, then return on a circular trail past the rim.

Highlights

  • Waterfall at the entrance
  • Wooden walkways and bridges
  • Tunnels and low cave passages

Good to know

  • Entrance about 11 euros per adult
  • Helmets mandatory, free to borrow on site
  • Round trip about 1.5 to 2 hours

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