Hiking trails through the gorge

The nature experience in Hermagor | Nassfeld

The Garnitzenklamm is divided into four sections. There are different routes and hiking trails through the gorge depending on the difficulty.

general information

The gorge is alpine terrain and therefore sure-footedness and a head for heights are required. Bridges may only be walked on individually. Do not leave marked paths. No liability is accepted for accidents of any kind.
physical exertion

Sure-footedness is required for a hike through the gorge. We advise people who are not fit to hike not to visit the Garnitzenklamm. Also the way back through the forest is very steep in the last third. The gorge can be accessed in both directions - no one-way regulation. In someo parts there are hardly any passing places.
equipment

We recommend sturdy shoes (hiking boots) and clothing appropriate to the season. In the gorge it can be very cold. Take weatherproof clothing/jacket with you after rainy days and in autumn (in some parts of the gorge the rock can be wet and slippery for a long time).
children

The children must be sure-footed and be particularly supervised during the hike. We recommend a hike for children aged 6 and over. With children up to 6 years of age you should only go to the Idawarte and back, as the path is not without danger despite being secured. Access with a stroller is not possible.
dogs

Bringing dogs on a leash is generally permitted. Please note, however, that the ascent is over 400 m on rocks and bridges. The surface can be wet and slippery. All of this can be a lot of exertion for your four-legged friend and could potentially lead to injuries. In the gorge the background noise can sometimes be very loud for your dog.
catering

There is a fine restaurant at the entrance to the gorge. There are no places to stop for refreshments in the gorge. You must bring your own food.
weather

The gorge is closed in heavy rain. In extreme weather conditions (e.g. thunderstorms, storms) there may be a temporary closure for safety reasons.
miscellaneous

In high season, a visit outside of peak hours (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) is recommended. Outside opening hours, you can access the Garnitzenklamm at your own risk!

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Trail through the gorge

Walking time in one direction

to the end of part 1 - 40 minutes

to the end of part 2 - 1 hour 30 minutes

to the End of part 3 - 2 hours 15 minutes

until the end of the gorge - 2 hours 45 minutes

circular routs

round trip 1

at the end of the second part cross bridge

no. 5 and continue on path no. 485 (Steinwenderweg) to path no. 410 (Rupertiweg) decent via St. Urbani back to the starting point

Duration: 3 hours

round trip 2

at the end of the third part keep right on the forest road until reaching path no. 410 (Rupertiweg) and descent via St. Urbani to the starting point

Duration: 4 hours

round trip 3

until the end of part 4, then back to the forest road, continue to path no. 310 (Rupertiweg) and descent via "St. Urbani" to the starting point.

Duration: 5 hours

further hiking routes

advanced hikers can walk through the entire gorge and to the surrounding pastures.

Nassfeld via Kühweger Alm

continue from the end of the gorge on path no. 486 to the “Kühweger Alm” , walk from there on path no. 410 via “Kühweger Törl” and “Watschiger Alm” until you reach “Nassfeld”. Duration: 6 hours

Nassfeld via Garnitzenalm

continue from the end of the gorge via “Garnitzenalm” – “Garnitzentörl” and “Watschiger Alm” to “Nassfeld”. Duration 6 hours