Through the Groppenstein and Rabisch gorges - discovery tours in the Hohe Tauern

Hiking trails & Routes

Austria

Carinthia

Bezirk Spittal an der Drau

Obervellach

Through the Groppenstein and Rabisch gorges - discovery tours in the Hohe Tauern

Moderate

4.8

(12)

hikers

Through the Groppenstein and Rabisch gorges - discovery tours in the Hohe Tauern

02:01

5.95km

490m

Hiking

Between the Resseck and the Zagutnispitze, the Mallnitzbach has cut a dramatic gorge landscape into the mountains. The Groppenstein Gorge and the northern Rabisch Gorge together form the longest gorge trail in Carinthia and can be completely hiked. An exciting hiking trail connects the two towns of Mallnitz and Obervellach.…

by Nationalpark-Region Hohe Tauern Kärnten

Last updated: July 17, 2024

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Includes segments with temporary access restrictions. Check ahead to confirm restricted segments are open to the public.

After 5.67 km for 194 m

Waypoints

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776 m

Groppenstein Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

This waterfall is absolutely worth seeing, certainly one of the highlights in Austria. The rock structures have been thoroughly worn by the water, creating a unique image with smooth, shimmering stone surfaces.

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996 m

Groppenstein Gorge

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Together with the Rabisch Gorge, the Groppenstein Gorge forms the longest gorge trail in Carinthia. This exciting hiking trail takes you from Obervellach to Mallnitz. A great hiking experience for the whole family.

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1.32 km

Zechner Waterfall

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Scenic canyon which was worth a visit.

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4.47 km

Rabisch Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

The Mallnitz rushes through the narrow and rocky Rabisch Gorge. A unique experience, especially when the snow is melting. A hiking trail leads completely through the Rabisch Gorge.

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5.95 km

Hiking bus stop Rabisch

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By appointment, the National Park Taxi brings you from here back to the center of Obervellach or even further to the station Mallnitz-Obervellach. So you can move easily and quickly through the park without a car.

More information at nationalpark-hohetauern.at/wandertaxi

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.97 km

947 m

555 m

316 m

123 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.10 km

1.09 km

972 m

792 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 5 October

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Comments

June 27, 2018

Between the Resseck and the Zagutnispitze, the Mallnitzbach has cut a dramatic gorge landscape into the mountains. The Groppenstein Gorge and the northern Rabisch Gorge together form the longest gorge trail in Carinthia and can be completely hiked. An exciting hiking trail connects the two towns of Mallnitz

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