A dramatic natural gorge with roaring waterfalls, carved pathways, and towering rock faces.
The Hammersbach torrent has impressively carved its way through the mountains, creating breathtaking natural wonders.
🌊 Experience a breathtaking natural wonder with roaring waterfalls.
🏞️ Unique walk through electrically lit tunnels and over footbridges.
🚶♀️ Easily accessible, less than a mile long, offering a different charm.
🌬️ Enjoy fresh and clear air, especially during summer.
⚠️ Paths can be slippery and wet, requiring sturdy, waterproof hiking boots.
🚶♀️ Moderately challenging hike with many stairs, narrow walkways, and exposed sections.
🚫 Not suitable for strollers; small children need supervision due to railings.
❄️ Gorge is seasonal, typically closed from November to April due to snow and ice.
👟 Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots and bring a rain jacket for mist/drips.
⏰ Visit early morning or late afternoon on weekdays to avoid crowds.
💰 Bring cash for the entrance fee and purchases at the entrance hut.
💰 DAV members: Adults 2,00 Euro, Children 7-17 years 1,00 Euro, Children up to 6 years free. Non-members: Adults 5,00 Euro, Children 7-17 years 2,00 Euro, Children up to 6 years free. Group ticket from 15 persons: 3,00 Euro.
🕒 Typically open from late May/early June to mid-October, weather permitting; closed in winter.
Paid parking available at Hammersbach (Höllentalstraße 18, 82491 Grainau).
Accessible by regional train to 'Höllentalbahn' station or Eibseebus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Available at the Höllentaleingangshütte (entrance hut).
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