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The Top 20 Gorges in Lower Austria

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20

to choose from in Lower Austria. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Lower Austria.

Last updated: October 12, 2025

Ötschergräben and Lassingfall

When I saw photos of it, I knew I had to go there too - experiencing nature is a bit more impressive, beautiful landscape - I can only recommend it!

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Johannesbachklamm

The Johannesbachklamm is a popular excursion destination on the western edge of Würflach and only an hour from Vienna. On the way through the gorge, which is just over a …

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Danube Valley in the Wachau

World Heritage Site, in a nutshell, the tour through the Wachau is the highlight! I have done the tour several times now and I still think it is a unique …

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Türkenloch Cave (Steinwandklamm)

It's particularly beautiful to look at on hot days, as the gorge is pleasantly cool. The Türkenloch is a must-see, there's a great view from the top. 👍

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Erlaufschlucht Nature Monument

Very beautiful area
The lower path is a bit difficult to walk at the moment, lots of driftwood etc.

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Ötschergräben and Mirafall

When a hike is voted the "most beautiful hike of 2011" by the Alpine Club, it's no coincidence! Through the Grand Canyon of Austria it is spectacular to the romantic …

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Ysperklamm

If any gorge deserves the description "wild and romantic", then it is the Ysperklamm. There are always small climbing aids such as stone steps, wooden stairs and bridges.

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Lassing case

A very beautiful waterfall in the gorge. Surefootedness is essential.

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Rudolf-Decker-Steig, Steinwandklamm

A long, suspended ladder (passable, children to the via ferrata set or rope) leads into a spectacular cave. Do not forget your headlamp! At the Rudolf-Decker-Steig through the Steinwandklamm there …

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Mariensteig Trail

A narrow path leads up past rocks, a wire rope provides additional safety.

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The Top 20 Gorges in Lower Austria

Ötschergräben and Lassingfall

Johannesbachklamm

Danube Valley in the Wachau

Türkenloch Cave (Steinwandklamm)

Erlaufschlucht Nature Monument

Ötschergräben and Mirafall

Ysperklamm

Lassing case

Rudolf-Decker-Steig, Steinwandklamm

Mariensteig Trail

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