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Höllentalklamm

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Höllentalklamm
Photo: Wehn, Touristinfo Grainau

The Höllentalklamm is located near Grainau in the Zugspitz region.

A path of approximately one kilometre with numerous bridges runs through the gorge. The unique gorges with depths of up to 150 m, countless waterfalls and huge rocks make for an adventurous experience and a breathtaking spectacle of nature.

Opening times

Only accessible during snow-free seasons, open from May to October depending on weather conditions.

Price:

For DAV members

Adults: 2,00 €
Children 7 - 17 years: 1,00 €
Children up to 6 years: free

Non-members

Adults: 5,00 €
Children 7 - 17 years: 2,00 €
Children up to 6 years: free
Group ticket from 15 persons: 3,00 €

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Franziska Beier

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Public transport

The Eibsee bus runs between the Eibsee and Garmisch and takes you to the Höllentalklamm (Hammersbach bus stop).

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Directions

Coming from München or Österreich, follow the signs to Grainau or Höllentalklamm.

Parking

Paid hikers' car park in the Hammersbach district (half day: 5.00 €, full day: 8.00 €)

Coordinates

47.441629, 11.036496

DMS

47°26'29.9"N 11°02'11.4"E

UTM

32T 653542 5256253

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User Questions

Dürfen Hunde mit?

Asked by Sandra

June 08, 2025

Jörg

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Hunde dürfen eigentlich mit. Aber es ist teilweise sehr eng und rutschig. Ich persönlich würde davon abraten einen Hund mitzunehmen

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August 05, 2025

Jörg

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Es ist ziemlich eng und teilweise rutschig. Ich persönlich würde es nicht empfehlen, einen Hund mitzunehmen.

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September 25, 2025

Roman Schorer

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Ich habe sehr viele Leute mit Hunden gesehen. Leider, für die Hunde.

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+49 8821 8895 https://www.grainau.de/hoellentalklamm

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