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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge

Rosenlaui, Switzerland

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 14 2026
Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge

A narrow gorge of rock walls cut deep by a glacial river, with waterfalls roaring through it. Visitors walk a loop with wooden walkways and tunnels, reaching it by narrow mountain road or postal bus.

Highlights

  • Waterfall at the entrance
  • Wooden walkways and tunnels
  • Glacier view past the gorge

Good to know

  • Adult entry about CHF 10 to 12, paid at ticket hut
  • Parking CHF 8, CHF 4 after noon
  • Loop takes about 45 minutes, many steps

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  1. Gorges du Durnand N° 9 Gorges du Durnand Bovernier Gorge walk
  2. Aare Gorge N° 32 Aare Gorge Meiringen Gorge walk