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The Top 20 Gorges in Swabia

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

to choose from in Swabia. 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 Swabia.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Breitach Gorge

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The water of the Breitach rushes through a narrow gorge made up of almost hundred-meter-high, partly overhanging rock walls, falls further into the depths over rocky banks and sprays fine …

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Starzlach Gorge

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Nice family excursion destination. in bad weather good footwear and sure-footedness required.

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Lechfall

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The destination of the Lech ErlebnisWeg, which leads from Landsberg to Füssen, is located directly at the Lechfall. The Lechweg begins just a few steps further, for those who haven't had enough of hiking.

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Oytal Valley

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The path through the Oytal is one of the classics in Oberstdorf and is correspondingly well attended. But still worth it because it's really beautiful.

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Eistobel Waterfalls

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The path through the Eistobel is a pleasure, especially on hot days, because of the shady path and the proximity to the water. Of course, it unfolds its very special …

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Starzlach Gorge Waterfall

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Insanity's natural spectacle !!! Do you really have to see and above all have heard!

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Reichenbach Gorge

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An exciting hiking trail winds its way through this wild, natural gorge. There are large stones and tree trunks in the way, from time to time it is necessary to …

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Faltenbach Gorge Waterfalls

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When descending from the Seealpe station to Oberstdorf, be sure to take the path over the Faltenbachtobel.
Beautiful waterfalls are on the way.
Good, sturdy shoes are a requirement.

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Gaisalpbachtobelweg

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Not only suitable for mountain goats. :) If you like walking along watercourses and like small stair climbs and bridges, you will get your money's worth here. Almost at the top of the hydroelectric power station is another beautiful waterfall.

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Schlossbächel valley

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Extremely many stairs. It was definitely too many for me. The path is not for me. I prefer to walk uphill. Still beautiful scenery around the waterfall and waterway

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The Top 20 Gorges in Swabia

Breitach Gorge

Starzlach Gorge

Lechfall

Oytal Valley

Eistobel Waterfalls

Starzlach Gorge Waterfall

Reichenbach Gorge

Faltenbach Gorge Waterfalls

Gaisalpbachtobelweg

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