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Gorge Gorge · Raurisertal · 740 m open today

Kitzlochklamm gorge

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  • Group on a bridge in the Kitzlochklamm gorge
    Group on a bridge in the Kitzlochklamm gorge
    Photo: Karin Pfisterer (smile for me), Kitzlochklamm
Roaring water, towering rock walls and dramatic bridges: the Kitzlochklamm gorge is one of the most impressive natural spectacles in the Salzburg Alps.
With tremendous force, the Rauriser Ache stream rushes through the narrow Kitzlochklamm gorge, carving a dramatic landscape of rock, water and light over thousands of years. Towering cliffs, foaming cascades and hidden rocky bays make this gorge a striking natural experience on the edge of the Hohe Tauern National Park.

Wooden walkways, bridges and short tunnels lead you safely through the gorge, bringing you close to the power of the rushing water. One of the highlights is the impressive “Devil’s Staircase” and the viewing platform known as the “Kitzlochklamm gorge eye”. From here you look deep into the wild Teufelsschlucht and down onto the roaring waters below.

The trail continues past the historic hermitage and towards the pilgrimage church of Maria Elend. Adventurous visitors can also tackle the challenging via ferratas that run alongside the gorge.

For a truly magical atmosphere, the evening event “Gorge & Sound” transforms the gorge into a glowing world of light, music and rushing water.

Opening times

open today
Open Oct 01, 2026 through Oct 26, 2026 from 09:00–16:00 .
Open May 16, 2027 through Sep 30, 2027 from 08:00–18:00 .
Last admission 1 hour before closing!

🐕 Dogs welcome - please keep them on a lead. 

Public transport

The Kitzlochklamm in Taxenbach is easy to reach by public transport 👉 Current connections and timetables can be found at salzburg-verkehr.at

🚶🏻‍♀️ Walking time from the nearest public transport stop: approx. 20 minutes 

📌 TIP! As an overnight guest in SalzburgerLand, you receive the Guest Mobility Ticket. This allows you to use public transport throughout the entire province of Salzburg included – ideal for excursions and discovering the region without a car.

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Directions

🚴🏻‍♀️ By bike: If you are cycling along the Tauern Cycle Path, leave the route in Taxenbach and follow the road and the signs towards Kitzlochklamm gorge. This will take you comfortably to the entrance of the gorge by bike.

Parking

There is a parking area directly at the entrance to Kitzlochklamm gorge, which is also suitable for coaches (subject to a fee). If this car park is full, two additional large parking areas are located a few minutes before the gorge.

Coordinates

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47.293352, 12.972254
DMS
47°17'36.1"N 12°58'20.1"E
UTM
33T 346687 5239758
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