Liechtensteinklamm

Snapshot

One of the longest and deepest gorges in the Alps, near St. Johann im Pongau. Walls rise 300 metres. A carved walkway runs the full length. Open April to October.

The Story

One of the longest and deepest gorges in the Alps, carved by the Grossarlbach river through the limestone mountains near St. Johann im Pongau. The gorge extends for approximately 4 km, with walls rising up to 300 metres on either side, so narrow in places that the sky disappears entirely overhead. A walkway carved into the cliff face leads visitors through its full length, past rushing water, hanging moss, and successive waterfalls, culminating in a thundering waterfall at the gorge’s inner end. Named after the House of Liechtenstein, who opened it to visitors in the 19th century. Open seasonally (April to October). One of the most dramatic natural walks in the Salzburg region.

Visiting

Open April to October. A walkway runs the full 4 km length of the gorge; allow 1 to 1.5 hours. Comfortable footwear required; the path can be wet and slippery. Admission charged. Located near St. Johann im Pongau, approximately 55 km from Salzburg city (around 50 minutes by car). Train connections to St. Johann available.